Optimizing rib width to height and rib spacing to deck plate thickness ratios in orthotropic decks
Orthotropic decks are composed of deck plate, ribs, and cross-beams and are frequently used in industry to span long distances, due to their light structures and load carrying capacities. Trapezoidal ribs are broadly preferred as longitudinal stiffeners in design of orthotropic decks. They supply th...
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| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2016-12-01
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| Series: | Cogent Engineering |
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311916.2016.1154703 |