Improving the Structural Behavior of Tied-Arch Bridges by Doubling the Set of Hangers
In tied-arch bridges with a single arch, the deck is usually suspended from the arch by means of a single set of cables, pinned at both ends and anchored to the centerline, using either vertical or Nielsen-type hanger arrangements. When properly designed, this layout can significantly reduce forces...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-12-01
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| Series: | Applied Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/10/23/8711 |