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STrctPONO, Thank you for your comment. I just checked the AWS 1.5 Bridge Welding Code also. They mention in Standard Dimensions stud diameter of 1" too. FHWA examples mention mostly 3/4" examples, I guess this is just the typical size. Bridge Smith, Thank you for your comment also. The...

Hello, I am from Japan, and I am learning about AASHTO LRFD Shear Connector Design. From FHWA shear connector design example, I understood that the typical shear stud diameter is 3/4" or 7/8". However, in case stud number wants to be reduce for construction purpose, is it possible to use 1"...

DL Bridges and STrctPono, thank your for your helpful comments. I will check local requirements. The service life of the concrete deck is 100 years. Unfortunately AASHTTO doesn't offer much information about requirement for marine environments. For the deck slab concrete cover of 50 mm is...

When designing a Bridge RC Deck slab exposed to seawater salt, is it correct to use an exposure factor of 0.75 (Crack Width=0.33mm) for crack control? AASHTO doesn't mention clear criteria for marine structures. Is there any other standards to reference for this condition? Thank you in advanced.