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Study On Arrangement Law Of Grouting Bolt In Mountain Tunnel, Zhao Licai Mar 2023

Study On Arrangement Law Of Grouting Bolt In Mountain Tunnel, Zhao Licai

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In the sandy soil area with abundant water content, grouted bolts can solve the problems of poor stability of surrounding rock and groundwater erosion in tunnel construction. However, the unreasonable arrangement of grouted bolts will cause the waste of slurry and fail to achieve the predetermined grouting effect. Based on the differential equation of slurry diffusion, this paper realized the numerical simulation of grouted bolts in a tunnel through software secondary development. Combined with mathematical statistics, the influence of the distance of grouted bolts, tunnel radius, and grouting time on the formation of grouting rings in mountain tunnels was studied. …


Experimental Study On The Diagonal Shear Of Asphalt Mixture At Micro‐Surfaces, Huang Weirong, Yang Yuzhu, Wang Cheng, Huang Feng, Yang Bo Mar 2023

Experimental Study On The Diagonal Shear Of Asphalt Mixture At Micro‐Surfaces, Huang Weirong, Yang Yuzhu, Wang Cheng, Huang Feng, Yang Bo

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

A new 45° diagonal shear test was conducted to study the shear properties of the SBR-modified emulsified asphalt mixture at the micro-surface under the influence of different loading rates, different interface states, and different temperatures and water. The shear failure forms at the micro-surface at different temperatures were explained, and the effects of viscous layer oil, soil, and water on the shear strength at the micro-surface were analyzed. The results show that a faster loading rate at the micro-surface indicates higher shear strength. The shear failure mode of micro-surface at normal temperature is mainly an interlayer shear failure, while that …


Uniaxial Shear Test And Mesoscopic Numerical Simulation Of Cemental Soil Based On Pfc2d Method, Yang Zhihui, Li Shanhua Mar 2023

Uniaxial Shear Test And Mesoscopic Numerical Simulation Of Cemental Soil Based On Pfc2d Method, Yang Zhihui, Li Shanhua

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Uniaxial compression tests were carried out on stable soft soil samples with different cement contents. Based on the test results, a mesoscopic numerical simulation of PFC2D discrete element particle flow during soil sample deformation was conducted to analyze the mechanical behavior and displacement field distribution of cement soil after failure. The results show that with the increase in cement content, the uniaxial shear strength and elastic modulus of the solidified soft soil sample show an exponential function and rise, and the failure strain shows a quadratic function with the increase in cement content. The mechanical parameters and stress-strain curves of …


Study On Thermal Property Of Fast Growing Grass Fiber And Its Asphalt Mortar, Xia Chaoming, Jiang Kang, Wu Chaofan, Liu Kefei Mar 2023

Study On Thermal Property Of Fast Growing Grass Fiber And Its Asphalt Mortar, Xia Chaoming, Jiang Kang, Wu Chaofan, Liu Kefei

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to investigate the thermal properties of fast-growing grass fiber and its asphalt mortar, the physical properties and thermal properties of bamboo fiber, reed fiber, and its asphalt mortar were tested and compared with those of lignin fiber and its asphalt mortar by physical property test, thermal weight loss test, and differential scanning calorimetry test. The results show that the addition of plant fiber can effectively improve the high temperature performance of asphalt, but it has a slight inhibition effect on the low temperature performance of asphalt. The quality loss of plant fiber in different temperature ranges is the …


Study On Pavement Performance Of Waterborne Epoxy Emulsified Asphalt And Its Application In Micro‐Surface, Jiang Hai, Liu Dachang Mar 2023

Study On Pavement Performance Of Waterborne Epoxy Emulsified Asphalt And Its Application In Micro‐Surface, Jiang Hai, Liu Dachang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to improve the pavement performance at micro-surface, waterborne epoxy resin was used to modify the emulsified asphalt, and the compatibility, microstructure, mechanical properties, rheological properties, and pavement performance of mixtures of the modified emulsified asphalt were studied. The storage stability test shows that the epoxy emulsion has good compatibility with emulsified asphalt. With the increase in waterborne epoxy resin content, the modified emulsified asphalt tends to form an epoxy resin-dominated skeleton structure. At the same time, with the increase in waterborne epoxy resin content, the adhesion and mechanical properties of emulsified asphalt and aggregate are significantly improved. At …


Evaluation Of Anti‐Cracking Performance Of Recycled Concrete With Recycled Rubber/Sbs Composite Modified Asphalt, Li Xiaobin Mar 2023

Evaluation Of Anti‐Cracking Performance Of Recycled Concrete With Recycled Rubber/Sbs Composite Modified Asphalt, Li Xiaobin

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to improve the crack resistance of recycled asphalt mixture, a new styrenic block copolymer (SBS)/rubber composite modified asphalt with excellent crack resistance was proposed for the regeneration of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP). Based on the creep of low temperature bending beam, confined temperature stress, and four-point bending fatigue test, the low temperature cracking resistance and fatigue cracking performance of composite modified asphalt and SBS-modified asphalt were studied. The results show that the addition of rubber can improve the low temperature and medium temperature crack resistance of recycled asphalt concrete, which may be related to the propagation of micro-cracks …


Study On Anti‐Scattering Performance Of Asphalt Concrete On Aggregate Scattering Pavement Of Highway, Yang Siyuan, Chen Guiliang Mar 2023

Study On Anti‐Scattering Performance Of Asphalt Concrete On Aggregate Scattering Pavement Of Highway, Yang Siyuan, Chen Guiliang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Due to the lack of quantitative evaluation methods for aggregate scattering degree of expressway asphalt pavement in China and abroad, according to the disease characteristics of surface layer spalling, this paper adopted the Cantabro standard dispersion test to sample the concrete of the section with aggregate scattering of Huangqunan Expressway (G3) in Zhejiang Province. The dispersion impact damage modes of the mixture with different severity were analyzed, and the anti-dispersion performance of concrete was evaluated by mass loss rate and water absorption rate. The results show that aggregate scattering will reduce the density of the concrete structure at the surface …


Study On The Effect Of Quicklime On The Properties Of Cold Mix Asphalt, Liu Tao, Yi Ming, Song Tao Mar 2023

Study On The Effect Of Quicklime On The Properties Of Cold Mix Asphalt, Liu Tao, Yi Ming, Song Tao

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The low initial strength of cold mixed asphalt mixture leads to the delay of traffic opening time, and the large void ratio leads to poor water stability and other problems, which seriously hinder the development of cold mixed environment-friendly construction mode. In this paper, based on the principle that the heat of quicklime in the presence of water promotes the rapid loss of water in the cold mixed mixture, the mixing test and cohesion test of the MS-3 slurry cold mixed asphalt mixture with quicklime were carried out to explore the influence of quicklime on the demulsification time and cohesion. …


Research On Design Process Of Toll Interchange‐Expressway In The Area Of Funiu Mountain, Zhang Jie, Yang Qing, Chai Xiaolong Mar 2023

Research On Design Process Of Toll Interchange‐Expressway In The Area Of Funiu Mountain, Zhang Jie, Yang Qing, Chai Xiaolong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Currently, the expressways under construction in Henan Province are mainly concentrated in the Funiu Mountain area in the west, such as Yaoshan–Luanchuan–Xixia Expressway, Xixia–Xichuan Expressway, Yingchi–Luanchuan Expressway, and Luanchuan–Lushi Expressway. These projects are characterized by complex terrain conditions, difficult design, large-scale engineering, and a cluster of long tunnels and grand bridges. Under such complex conditions, how to arrange the interchange reasonably and ensure the optimal project plan becomes the key point of successful project design. This paper summarized the typical characteristics of toll interchange in Funiu Mountain area in recent years and put forward the design process of design preparation, …


Variable Speed Limit Control Method For Highway Under Dense Fog, Sun Jiancheng, Qiao Jiaxing Mar 2023

Variable Speed Limit Control Method For Highway Under Dense Fog, Sun Jiancheng, Qiao Jiaxing

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to solve the problem of traffic safety on expressways under dense fog and change the original fixed speed limit measures, a variable speed limit control method based on the safe allowable speed was proposed. The speed limit value was calculated based on the regulations in road traffic safety law on the speed under dense fog by considering that the traffic law does not mention the road alignment conditions, road conditions, and other factors, and the monitor data was used to approximate replace the data of individual vehicles for data optimization, and the safe speed and safe distance of …


Study On Dynamic Allocation Optimization Of Highway Pavement Maintenance Funds, Zou Yi Mar 2023

Study On Dynamic Allocation Optimization Of Highway Pavement Maintenance Funds, Zou Yi

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The conflict between the lack of maintenance funds and the growth of maintenance demand restricts the improvement of highway pavement technologies. In this paper, the state space of pavement maintenance demand was defined by the technical condition of the pavement, and the state of demand under different maintenance measures was designed as a Markov decision process. The dynamic allocation optimization model of highway pavement maintenance funds was established, and the corresponding genetic algorithm was designed. Finally, an example was given to simulate the optimized model. The results show that the Markov decision process can dynamically allocate highway pavement maintenance funds, …


The Calculation Theory Of Humidity For Subgrade :A Perspective Review Mar 2023

The Calculation Theory Of Humidity For Subgrade :A Perspective Review

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Subgrade humidity has a significant impact on its stiffness, deformation, and other properties. The theoretical calculation method of humidity field has always been one of the key issues in road engineering as a research method to evaluate its evolution law and mechanism. This paper reviewed and summarized the control equation of subgrade humidity calculation, hydraulic characteristics of unsaturated subgrade soil, and influencing factors of humidity. It was found that there were few studies on the coupling effects of multiple fields and factors such as stress, seepage, vegetation, and atmosphere in the whole calculation method system. It is suggested to carry …


Field Experiment On Deep Response Of Slope Subjected To Different Rainfalls In Plateau Mountainous Area Of Northwest Yunnan, Chen He, Lu Zhiqiang, Li Guo, Chen Zhengyu Mar 2023

Field Experiment On Deep Response Of Slope Subjected To Different Rainfalls In Plateau Mountainous Area Of Northwest Yunnan, Chen He, Lu Zhiqiang, Li Guo, Chen Zhengyu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to investigate the characteristics and mechanism of deep response of slopes subjected to different rainfalls in plateau mountainous area of Northwest Yunnan, remote real-time monitoring devices were deployed to carry out slope prototype field tests, analyze the effects of natural rainfalls in different forms and intensities on deep displacement and groundwater level changes, and put forward suggestions for landslide monitoring and early warning. The results show that the characteristics of heavy rainfall, steep slope, and rock fragmentation during flood season can induce the frequent fluctuation of groundwater level in the deeper part of the slope, which results in …


Experimental Study On Shear Strength Of Ehp Piles, Wang Nanjiang, Liu Jianlong, Qiu Chengchun, Zhang Yuting, Tao Xiaoyu Mar 2023

Experimental Study On Shear Strength Of Ehp Piles, Wang Nanjiang, Liu Jianlong, Qiu Chengchun, Zhang Yuting, Tao Xiaoyu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The new environmental homogeneous plastic (EHP) pile improves the construction technology of traditional soil-cement mixing piles. It mixes the soil-cement slurry evenly in advance and then pours it into holes, so as to form piles with controllable physical properties. In order to test the strength of EHP piles, direct shear tests were carried out on field core sampling, field stirring sampling, and laboratory sampling, and the effects of pile depth, cement content, age, and curing conditions on shear strength were discussed. The test results show that the shear stress-displacement curve of the in-situ core sample is strain-softening; the shear strength …


Analysis On Influence Factors Of Swelling Deformation Of Gravel Pile In Soft Soil Area Based On Orthogonal Numerical Test, Fan Liujun, Lu Xiaoming, Miao Peng Mar 2023

Analysis On Influence Factors Of Swelling Deformation Of Gravel Pile In Soft Soil Area Based On Orthogonal Numerical Test, Fan Liujun, Lu Xiaoming, Miao Peng

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The gravel pile composite foundation is usually accompanied by swelling deformation when vertical settlement deformation occurs. The research on the swelling deformation characteristics and influencing factors of gravel pile composite foundations is of great importance for analyzing the settlement rule and deformation mechanism of gravel pile composite foundations. Based on an orthogonal numerical test, this paper used the finite element software Midas GTS to analyze the main influencing factors of the swelling deformation of the gravel pile and used range and variance analysis to analyze the sensitivity and significance of each influencing factor. Finally, through regression analysis, the optimized swelling …


Study On Ultimate Bearing Capacity Characteristics Of Overlying Shell Foundation, Bian Guirong, Li Fuyou, Qian Xiaotong, Xie Ke Mar 2023

Study On Ultimate Bearing Capacity Characteristics Of Overlying Shell Foundation, Bian Guirong, Li Fuyou, Qian Xiaotong, Xie Ke

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

For the calculation of the ultimate bearing capacity of the overlying hard crust foundation, based on the theory of Meerhoff and Hanna’s impact and shear failure, the sealing effect and stress diffusion effect of the overlying hard crust foundation were considered, and the formula for calculating the ultimate bearing capacity of the overlying hard crust double-layer foundation was derived and verified by an actual engineering example. The maximum error between the measured value and the calculated value of Hansen’s weighted average method, diffusion angle method, and Meerhoff and Hanna’s method was 74.2%, 31.5%, and 15.2% respectively, while the error was …


Review And Outlook For Long‐Life Asphalt Pavement, Xu Xizhong, Wei Jincheng, Yan Xiangpeng, Zhang Zhengchao Mar 2023

Review And Outlook For Long‐Life Asphalt Pavement, Xu Xizhong, Wei Jincheng, Yan Xiangpeng, Zhang Zhengchao

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to make clear the research status of long-life asphalt pavement in China and abroad, this paper summarized the development characteristics, pavement structure, design index, pavement material, dynamic response analysis of pavement, fatigue performance estimation, and other hot issues of long-life asphalt pavement, compared the structural characteristics of long-life asphalt pavement in various countries, and summarized the results of pavement material design and optimization. The research progress of the dynamic response of asphalt pavement was summarized, and the development direction of long-life asphalt pavement was discussed. The comprehensive analysis shows that long-life asphalt pavement is the development trend of …


Application Of Digital Image Processing In Cracks Of Concrete Pavement, Gao Fan, He Chunguang, Wang Pengzhang, Qin Yanping, Duo Huaqiong Mar 2023

Application Of Digital Image Processing In Cracks Of Concrete Pavement, Gao Fan, He Chunguang, Wang Pengzhang, Qin Yanping, Duo Huaqiong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The image obtained by using the traditional crack detection method of concrete pavement has some problems, such as low contrast and high noise, which makes it difficult to meet the requirements of modern road engineering management or non-destructive testing. In order to eliminate the interference in crack images, digital image processing technology was used to improve the image quality through computers. This paper took digital image processing as the core and introduced its development and application in pavement cracks. Based on the research progress and achievements of digital image processing on pavement cracks in recent years, the principles and characteristics …


Study On Modulus Characteristics Of Semi‐Flexible Pavement, Cai Yubin, Gong Minghui, Xiong Zijia, Deng Cheng, Peng Gang, Zhang Lihua, Hong Jinxiang Mar 2023

Study On Modulus Characteristics Of Semi‐Flexible Pavement, Cai Yubin, Gong Minghui, Xiong Zijia, Deng Cheng, Peng Gang, Zhang Lihua, Hong Jinxiang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Semi-flexible pavement has the advantages of good bearing capacity and strong shear deformation resistance and is an effective means to solve the rutting disease of intersections, bus stops, and other sections. However, due to the difference in mechanical properties, semi-flexible pavement can not completely refer to the design method of cement concrete pavement or asphalt concrete pavement, and one of the important tasks of establishing a design system suitable for semi-flexible pavement is to analyze the material modulus characteristics of pavement. In this paper, the dynamic modulus, indirect tensile stiffness modulus, and rebound modulus of laboratory forming and coring specimens …


Analysis On Pavement Early Damage Characteristics And Influence Factors Of Baiyin Section Of National Highway 109, Shi Fuzhou, Han Fei, Tang Dandan, Liu Wuwen, Zhang Jinyuan Mar 2023

Analysis On Pavement Early Damage Characteristics And Influence Factors Of Baiyin Section Of National Highway 109, Shi Fuzhou, Han Fei, Tang Dandan, Liu Wuwen, Zhang Jinyuan

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to explore the cause of early damage of highway asphalt pavement in Baiyin area of Gansu Province, this paper analyzed the main factors that affected the performance of asphalt pavement and investigated the use of asphalt pavement in this area, climate environment, and traffic conditions. By taking Baiyin section of National Highway 109 as an example, the specific data were deeply analyzed. Based on the investigation of pavement use, the situation and decay rule of local asphalt pavement were summarized. According to the investigation of the climate environment, the influence of solar radiation, temperature difference, and other conditions …


Analysis And Evaluation Of Application Effect Of Hot Mix Plan Regeneration Technology In Asphalt Pavement, Yang Yanhai, Cui Hong, Yang Ye, Qian Baitong Mar 2023

Analysis And Evaluation Of Application Effect Of Hot Mix Plan Regeneration Technology In Asphalt Pavement, Yang Yanhai, Cui Hong, Yang Ye, Qian Baitong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to evaluate the practical application effect of plant-mixing hot regeneration technology, this paper, based on the actual project of plant-mixing hot regeneration technology in Liaoning Province, analyzed the use status, technical performance, and construction technology of pavement materials made by plant-mixing hot regeneration technology via measuring the volume index, asphalt content, grading composition, and strength of pavement core samples. The results show that the strength characteristics, high temperature stability, and low temperature crack resistance of the pavement materials made by plant-mixing hot regeneration technology can meet the normal use requirements of asphalt pavement under moderate traffic volume. The …


Test And Finite Element Analysis On Flexural Properties Of Steel Plate‒Uhpc Composite Beam, Huang Yun, Zhao Hua, Tu Lei Mar 2023

Test And Finite Element Analysis On Flexural Properties Of Steel Plate‒Uhpc Composite Beam, Huang Yun, Zhao Hua, Tu Lei

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to study the flexural properties of steel plate-ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) composite beams, the static test of the flexural properties of a steel sheet-UHPC composite beam was first carried out. Then, Abaqus finite element software was used to simulate the whole process of static loading of the specimen, and different ways were used to simulate the studs in the composite beam. The most appropriate model was thus selected. Finally, based on the calibrated finite element model, the parameters of the steel plate-UHPC composite beam were analyzed, the main parameters included: UHPC compressive strength, steel plate strength, and stud …


Research On Bridge Technical Condition Evaluation System Based On Bim, Xia Zili, Jing Qiang, Gao Wenbo, Huang Liguan, Wu Xiaodong Mar 2023

Research On Bridge Technical Condition Evaluation System Based On Bim, Xia Zili, Jing Qiang, Gao Wenbo, Huang Liguan, Wu Xiaodong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

There are some practical difficulties in bridge technical condition assessment, such as low visualization degree, strong subjectivity of assessment, low efficiency of disease location, and poor continuity of assessment data. In view of the requirements of bridge technical condition assessment and the above-mentioned problems, this paper reviewed the standard system of bridge technical condition assessment in China and the application of BIM in bridge operation and maintenance, analyzed the modelling points and assessment business processes of bridge BIM model, and designed the overall framework and business module functions of the BIM-based technical condition assessment system. The bridge technical condition assessment …


Study On Reliability Of Special Shaped Arch Bridge With Spatial Three‐Cable‐Plane Inclined Suspenders Under Live Load, Zhu Liming, Shen Kun, Wang Xingyun Mar 2023

Study On Reliability Of Special Shaped Arch Bridge With Spatial Three‐Cable‐Plane Inclined Suspenders Under Live Load, Zhu Liming, Shen Kun, Wang Xingyun

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Because the structure of a special shaped arch bridge is complicated, there are few studies on the fatigue reliability of its suspender. In order to study the fatigue reliability of the suspender of complex shaped arch bridges under live load, the actual project of a 157 m through-type steel arch bridge with three-cable-plane inclined suspenders with special shaped tie bars was studied. The fatigue reliability formula based on Weibull distribution was applied to analyze the fatigue reliability of the suspender under different live load conditions. The results show that the design live load ensures a higher safety reserve and meets …


Study On Pavement Structure Performance Based On Polymer Alloy Material For Steel Deck Pavement, Yang Bo, He Zhaoyi, Liu Pan, Li Kai, Sheng Xingyue, Li Lu Mar 2023

Study On Pavement Structure Performance Based On Polymer Alloy Material For Steel Deck Pavement, Yang Bo, He Zhaoyi, Liu Pan, Li Kai, Sheng Xingyue, Li Lu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Based on the characteristics of light weight and high strength of polymer alloy materials, three new steel bridge deck pavement structures based on polymer alloy materials were proposed in this paper. Their high temperature performance, interface bonding performance, fatigue resistance, and skid resistance were investigated, and the performance performance was compared with that of traditional pavement structures. The test results show that the thickness of the pavement layer has a greater influence on the high temperature performance of “polymer alloy material + high-elasticity modified asphalt concrete SMA10” but has less influence on the high temperature performance of “polymer alloy material …


Comparative Study On Steel Bridge Maintenance And Technical Specifications Of China And The United States, Yang Yi, Li Chenghuan, Liu Duo, Zhang Jiandong Mar 2023

Comparative Study On Steel Bridge Maintenance And Technical Specifications Of China And The United States, Yang Yi, Li Chenghuan, Liu Duo, Zhang Jiandong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

By systematically investigating the relevant codes of bridge maintenance in China and the United States, this paper compared the relevant regulations of steel bridge maintenance from the three aspects of steel bridge inspection, damage assessment, and maintenance and reinforcement and summarized the reference points of the existing maintenance codes for steel bridges, which has important reference value for improving the technical standards of steel bridge maintenance and enhancing the technical level of maintenance.


Influence Of Curvature Radius On Mechanical Properties Of Small And Medium Span Continuous Rigid Frame Bridge During Construction Stages, Xie Yangfu, Ye Yuansheng, Gui Shuirong, Yang Yu Mar 2023

Influence Of Curvature Radius On Mechanical Properties Of Small And Medium Span Continuous Rigid Frame Bridge During Construction Stages, Xie Yangfu, Ye Yuansheng, Gui Shuirong, Yang Yu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to study the mechanical properties and the influence of curvature radius on the mechanical properties of curved rigid frame bridge constructed by span-by-span assembly method, this paper took the continuous rigid frame bridge with a two-box standard section (35 + 35 + 35) m of Hongdu Overpass in Nanchang City as the engineering background. By changing the curvature radius, the influence of curvature radius on the mechanical properties of small- and medium-span continuous rigid frame bridges constructed by span-by-span assembly method during construction was studied. The results show that the mechanical properties such as the main beam stress, …


Research On Monitoring And Control Of Demolition Construction Of Prestressed Concrete Continuous Beam Bridge, Bai Yinghua, Tang Xu Mar 2023

Research On Monitoring And Control Of Demolition Construction Of Prestressed Concrete Continuous Beam Bridge, Bai Yinghua, Tang Xu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The demolition of an old bridge is a complex dynamic process. In order to ensure the safety of the structure in the process of bridge demolition and ensure the smooth and safe demolition of the old bridge, this paper took the demolition construction of a three-span prestressed concrete continuous beam bridge as an example, established the space model of the whole bridge through the finite element simulation modeling software Midas Civil, and calculated the stress and deformation of the structure at each construction stage. At the same time, the stress and linear changes of the main beam at each construction …


Analysis On Local Relative Deformation Of Vertical And Horizontal Split Block Section Of Ultra Wide Steel Box‐Girder, Liu Li, Peng Chengming, Luo Hang Mar 2023

Analysis On Local Relative Deformation Of Vertical And Horizontal Split Block Section Of Ultra Wide Steel Box‐Girder, Liu Li, Peng Chengming, Luo Hang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

In order to meet the requirement that the channel should not be occupied during the construction of the 4th Bridge over the Panama Canal, an innovative construction scheme was proposed for the erection of the ultra-wide overweight steel box girder with central double cable planes (standard section length of 13 m, width of 51 m, and weight of about 370 t), or in other words, the steel box girder was divided into two horizontal segments after vertical segmentation and then horizontally lifted onto the bridge deck through the cable tower. The steel box girder was moved to the bridge deck …


Design And Experimental Study On Special Spherical Support Of Pingtang Bridge, Tang Zhi, Ma Baihu, Du Bin, Xu Xiangdong, Xia Junyong Mar 2023

Design And Experimental Study On Special Spherical Support Of Pingtang Bridge, Tang Zhi, Ma Baihu, Du Bin, Xu Xiangdong, Xia Junyong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The vertical bearing capacity of the 16# pier of Pingtang Bridge is 10 000 kN, and the horizontal bearing capacity along the bridge is 12 000 kN, which is 120% of the vertical bearing capacity. The support angle needs to reach the technical parameter requirements of 0.05 rad, which far exceeds the requirements of 10–40% horizontal force of conventional highway supports. According to the specific engineering situation, a new type of support with a large horizontal bearing capacity was designed. Firstly, the finite element model of the support was established to analyze the mechanical properties of the support, and the …