Structural Considerations and Implications Related to Foundation Movements in AASHTO LRFD

Autor: Naresh C. Samtani, John M. Kulicki
Rok vydání: 2022
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Zdroj: Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. :036119812210990
ISSN: 2169-4052
0361-1981
DOI: 10.1177/03611981221099016
Popis: In the United States, highway bridge design practice is based on the LRFD method developed by AASHTO. In AASHTO LRFD, which is based on the concept of limit states, the effect of foundation movements on structural elements is expressed as a force effect rather than a geotechnical resistance. In fact, all design codes worldwide recognize this observation by including a representation of structural effects of foundation movements as a force. AASHTO LRFD uses the designation “ SE” for the geotechnical demands to be considered. An associated load factor, γ SE, is specified for each load combination where SE is applicable. The product of γ SE and SE is the factored demand, or factored force. The structural effect of foundation movements is manifested in the form of additional force effects such as induced torques, moments, and shears in a bridge structure that can lead to adverse consequences such as cracking. In AASHTO LRFD, the SE load factor occurs in four out of the five load combinations for Strength Limit State and three out of the four load combinations for Service Limit State. This paper presents a study that explores the structural considerations and implications related to use of SE load factor and the effects of foundation movements in AASHTO LRFD.
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