This can be reduced the number of deck joints and bearings and proved to be economical in material use. The depth of the section to be adopted in continuous sections can be less than a simply supported beam for the same span. For continuous prestressed bridges, vertical load capacity is more and lesser mid-span deflection for the same span and section. Continuous beams are statically indeterminate structures. In the region of high seismic zones, continuous beams are preferred as it provides redundancy in the load path, i.e., the possibility of formation of hinges in case of extreme events. A continuous beam provides an alternate mechanism for load distribution in the event of failure of the section. Prestressed beams are made continuous over the supports to increase the structural integrity. Please fill out the Download Section (Click here) below the Comment Section to download the Ebook!
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