Plate Buckling in Bridges and Other Structures

Covers theory and background of local buckling, presenting simple design calculations which address this intriguing phenomenon. Attempts to master the process of buckling are described, citing both successes and failures. A number of failure case studies are presented as well. The final section of the book presents easy-to-follow design examples which conform to the latest Eurocode. Intended to introduce senior students in Bridge and Structural Engineering to the phenomenon of buckling, with special focus on thin-walled plated bridge girders. Suitable as a course instruction guide for its highly visual and descriptive style. Moreovere a good reference on buckling for practising and consulting engineers.

This well-illustrated and comprehensive review of buckling in bridges covers theory, background, and simple design calculations relevant to this intriguing phenomenon, analyzing successful attempts to intercede in the buckling process. But because examination of failures provides valuable information about the phenomenon of buckling, this text also presents several failure case studies, including five bridge collapses that occurred in a four-year-period between 1969 and 1973. Designed for practicing civil and structural engineers and advanced-level undergraduate and graduate students, this book provides easy-to-follow design examples that conform to the latest Eurocode. It also takes a special look at thin-walled plated bridge girders.