Darla SandyKnowledge Contributor
What are the considerations for designing prestressed concrete structures in high-traffic urban environments?
What are the considerations for designing prestressed concrete structures in high-traffic urban environments?
In high-traffic urban environments, designers must consider the effects of vehicular loads, dynamic loading from traffic vibrations, and environmental pollution on structural performance and durability, requiring robust design provisions, fatigue-resistant details, and protective measures to ensure safe and reliable operation of infrastructure assets.