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1. 1. Patch loading resistance of welded I-beams : with respect to misaligned web stiffeners

   University essay from KTH/Stålbyggnad

   Author : John-Alexander Boutzas; Dafina Zeka; [2016]
   Keywords : Patch loading; Stiffeners; I-beam; Plated steel structures; Abaqus; Simply supported beam;

   Abstract : When a concentrated load is introduced perpendicular to the flanges of a steel beam, this condition is referred to as Patch loading (Gozzi, 2007). This occurrence is common in many steel structures, for example at supports or during launching of bridges. READ MORE

3. 2. Strengthening of I-girder bridges : Fatigue endurance

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

   Author : Olle Edström; [2016]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Structures have always been subjected to the detrimental consequences of the fatigue phenomenon. The consequences due to this damaging effects leads to crack initiation and the ultimate result being complete failure. Fatigue appears on structures that has to endure fluctuating loads over a long period. READ MORE

4. 3. FE analysis of weld stresses in composite bridges : A case study of the influence of the cross bracings

   University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

   Author : Andreas Sjölander; [2012]
   Keywords : Weld stresses; composite bridges; cross bracings; web stiffeners;

   Abstract : Composite bridges in Sweden are commonly designed as a twin I-girder section. To stablizie the bridge during launching and concreting horizontal cross bracings are used. These are normally connected to a transverse web stiffener that is welded with a throat size of 5 mm regardless of the dimensions of the bridge. READ MORE