Bridge Design Av Antonio J. (Technical University Of Lisbon Portugal) Reis, Jose J. Oliveira Pedro

<p><b><i>A comprehensive guide to bridge design</i></b></p><p><i>Bridge Design - Concepts and Analysis</i> provides a unique approach, combining the fundamentals of concept design and structural analysis of bridges in a single volume. The book discusses design solutions from the authors¿ practical experience and provides insights into conceptual design with concrete, steel or composite bridge solutions as alternatives.</p><p>Key features:</p><ul><li>Principal design concepts and analysis are dealt with in a unified approach.</li><li>Execution methods and evolution of the static scheme during construction are dealt with for steel, concrete and composite bridges.</li><li>Aesthetics and environmental integration of bridges are considered as an issue for concept design.</li><li>Bridge analysis, including modelling and detail design aspects, is discussed for different bridge typologies and structural materials.</li><li>Specific design verification aspects are discussed on the basis of prese