Engineering
8 years ago

New bridge system withstands 10 million loading cycles without failure.

THE PRESTRESSED STEEL - LWAC BRIDGE SYSTEM
W. Bennenk, A De Vlieg

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The article discusses a new type of bridge system in the Netherlands that combines steel girders with precast concrete deck-slabs. The researchers focused on testing the joint between the components for fatigue strength, a critical aspect of the system. Tests showed that the joint could withstand 10 million loading cycles without failing, indicating good fatigue resistance.