An Introduction to Steel Bridge Maintenance and Repair

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers and construction managers interested maintenance and repair of steel bridges. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. STRUCTURAL STEEL, 3. GENERAL REPAIR, 4. CONNECTIONS, 5. REPAIR OF STRUCTURAL MEMBERS, 6. TENSION MEMBERS, 7. COMPRESSION MEMBERS/COLUMNS, 8. BEAMS, 9. CREATION OF A COMPOSITE ACTION, 10. POSTTENSIONING, 11. TRUSS SYSTEMS.