Lateral stability of long precast concrete beams

T J Stratford, C J Burgoyne

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Abstract

Modern precast concrete bridge beams are becoming increasingly long and slender, making them more susceptible to buckling failure. This paper shows that once the beam is positioned in the structure, buckling failure is unlikely to occur. However, during lifting, a beam is less stable. A theoretical background is presented which will allow design procedures to be derived.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)169-180
Number of pages12
JournalStructures and Buildings
Volume134
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 1999

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

  • beams & girders
  • design methods & aims

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