Assessment of existing concrete bridges

Author: Cathy Chen and Clotilde Robin

Date published

19 December 2020

Price

Members - £26 + VAT
Standard - £40 + VAT

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Assessment of existing concrete bridges

Training

Author

Cathy Chen and Clotilde Robin

Date published

19 December 2020

Author

Cathy Chen and Clotilde Robin

Price

Members - £26 + VAT
Standard - £40 + VAT

This webinar focuses on structural assessment of aged concrete structures, with a focus on bridges.

In a climate emergency, it is essential to focus on extending the life of existing structures. 'Build build build’ should not replace refurbishment, strengthening and repurposing as our first options, especially in countries with large existing infrastructure networks.

Understanding structural behaviour and time-dependent properties are key when assessing existing structures. Our expert panel discuss useful first principles and critical checks required by the Eurocode and DMRB document suite. 

Presenters share their experience and discuss best practice around existing bridge assessment, focusing on post-tensioned viaducts and reinforced concrete voided slabs.
 

Reasons to watch

  • Gain an understanding of the assessment requirements for existing bridges
  • Hear about the reasoning and theories applied when analysing existing concrete structures
  • Increase your knowledge of post-tensioned viaducts and reinforced concrete voided slabs

About the speakers

Cathy Chen
Cathy is an experienced senior structural engineer. She specialises in the design and assessment of reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, and has experience working with bridges and specialised structures around the world.

Clotilde Robin
Clotilde is an experienced structural engineer. She has a particular interest in existing structures, recognising their significant role in the challenge to make construction more sustainable.

Additional information

Format:
Video
Video Length:
1:04:00
Publisher:
IStructE

Tags

Concrete Concrete - reinforced Training Bridge Assessment of Structures Refurbishment Video IStructE London HQ Webinars

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