Book Cover; Title; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Failure; Design philosophies; Codes of practice; Selection of primary loads and load factors; Multiple presence, progressive failure and fatigue; Dynamic vehicle loads; Light rail; Pedestrian and cycle loads; Barrier and railing loads; Stream loads; Wind, earthquake and temperature effects; Bibliography; Index.
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This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are covered, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrian loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accommodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered. This book is unique in its exclusive.