Bridge Design for Economy and Durability: Concepts for New, Strengthened and Replacement Bridges Book

This book describes a number of new or updated bridging concepts which were developed and successfully applied during the author's forty years of close involvement with UK and international bridge design, construction, maintenance and research. The concepts mainly apply to the small/medium span range of bridges and viaducts most commonly encountered. They all contribute to one or more of the following desirable features, which are constantly sought by aspiring bridge engineers: design and construction economy in both time and money; ease of inspection and minimum maintenance; ride quality and safety; good appearance; strengthening when required with minimum traffic disruption.