Bridge Engineering: Design, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance of Modern Highway Bridges, Fourth Edition - Hardcover

Zhao, Jim J.; Tonias, Demetrios E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1259643093 ISBN 13: 9781259643095

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2017

Synopsis

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Fully updated coverage of the entire bridge engineering process

Revised to reflect the latest codes, standards, and technical advances, this practical reference covers every aspect of highway bridge engineering and management. Bridge Engineering: Design, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance of Modern Highway Bridges, Fourth Edition, features the latest analysis, design, and construction methods as well as up-to-date information on materials and components. Cutting-edge maintenance and repair techniques are explained in complete detail. Real-world case studies and detailed photos and illustrations are provided throughout.

Coverage includes:
· Highway bridge structures
· Project inception and funding
· Design standards
· Bridge inspection and site survey
· Physical testing
· As-built plans and other record data
· Superstructure and deck types
· Wearing surface types
· Deck joint types
· Design loads and methods 
· Internal forces and load distribution
· Concrete deck slabs
· Composite steel members
· Plate girders and continuous beams
· Protecting steel superstructures
· Load rating
· Prestressed concrete
· Substructure design
· Abutments and piers
· Bearings
· Managing the design process
· Contract documents
· Bridge management systems

About this title

From the Publisher:

Jim J. Zhao, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, is Director of Engineering at Sheladia Associates in Maryland. He holds degrees from Tongji University, University of Ottowa, Université du Québec, and Bryson University. Jim has over 30 years of experience in design, teaching, and research.

Demetrios E. Tonias, Ph.D., P.E., is a retired civil engineer and former member of the adjunct engineering faculty at Union College in Schenectady, New York. He worked as a design engineer and project manager for a variety of bridge rehabilitation, site development, and public works projects.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1259643093
• ISBN 13: 9781259643095
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 528