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  • Shear deformation in structural elements

    Application PLAXIS 2D Version PLAXIS 2D Date created 20 November 2012 Date modified 20 November 2012 PLAXIS takes into account the shear deformation in structural elements subjected to bending. For the verification…
  • Does STAAD show maximum shear & moments in the DECK or in the GIRDERS?

    We have modeled a two-span continuous bridge (50' spans), 6 girders in the cross section (60' bridge width). We are loading with truck & tandem loadings per AASHTO bridge design specifications. When analyzing for maximum positive & negative shears and…
  • CONSPAN Shear and Moment Envelope E-80

    I am having an issue with CONSPAN calculating the shear and moment envelopes. I am designing a 75 ft beam using the AREMA Cooper E-80 Live load. The shear and moment envelopes that I get are not symmetrical. The live load shear row (highlighted),…