Technical Guide

The purpose of this Technical Guide is to detail the algorithms and computational methods used by this software.

Topics

• Capacity/Demand Ratios
• Computing Pier Diaphragm Dimensions
• Concrete Properties
• Critical Section for Shear
• Curved Spliced Girder Bridges
• Deflections and Elevation Adjustment
• Epoxy Coated Strands
• Limit States
• Fatigue
• Flexural Resistance Factor
• Girder Spacing
• Interface Shear
• Maximum Allowable Jacking Force
• Lightweight Concrete
• Live Load Distribution Factors
• Live Load
• Longitudinal Reinforcement
• Moment Capacity
• Prestress Losses (Time Step Analysis)
• Section Properties
• Shear Capacity
• Slab Offset ("A" Dimension, AKA "X" Dimension)
• Splitting Zone Checks
• Stability
• Structural Analysis Models
• Time-Dependent Material Models