Bridge Substructure and Foundation Design  (English, Hardcover, Xanthakos Petros P.)

A comprehensive book that covers all aspects of bridge substructure including analysis, design and detailing as used by both structural and geotechnical engineers involved in bridge engineering.

Salient Features

• book conforms to the latest edition (1992) of the standard American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Bridge Specifications, and the 1994 LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• presents criteria for selecting substructure and foundation types according to functions, structural requirements and cost.
• explains the development of loads and force effects, provides commentary and presents examples.
• explains when to use allowable stress design methods and when to use load and resistance factor methodology.
• explains and illustrates the use of small deflection theories, moment magnification techniques, and stress-strain relationships.
• includes extensive illustration and references.