Proceedings of the Special International Workshop on Seismic Connection Details for Segmental Bridge Construction Held in Seattle, Washington, on July 22-24, 2009

摘要

Using precast/prestressed concrete components to accelerate the construction of highway bridges has been a major professional thrust of the bridge engineering community. Rapid construction leads to many positive effects on costs, quality and safety. Thus, accelerated bridge construction (ABC) has become a popular option for both new installations and in bridge rehabilitation projects. ABC covers a broad spectrum of activities, including the development of high performance materials; fabrication processes; design, construction and erection methods; and techniques and equipment for transportation, installation, removal and reuse of existing bridges. Additionally, ABC can reduce negative environmental impacts and detour times due to new bridge construction and/or retrofit projects.