Vol.21, No.2, 2021, pp. 131–133
UDC:

CONCRETE DETERIORATION, CONSEQUENCES, INTEGRITY AND BEARING CAPACITY ASSESSMENT OF IN-SERVICE CONCRETE BRIDGES

Miodrag Pavišić

Central Road Laboratory Ltd., Novi Sad, SERBIA

email: miodrag.pavisic@cpl.rs

 

Abstract

During their service life concrete bridges are exposed to the process of permanent aging. This process is accompanied by increasing traffic intensity (frequency and axle load). As a result, the concrete deteriorates, and damages of various kinds are taking place. The integrity of the bridge is jeopardised and its load bearing capacity can be significantly decreased.

Keywords: concrete bridge, integrity, assessment, maintenance

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