What kind of software will you recommend?
We are trying to use a 3D software(shell elements) to model the bridge system with composite at postive moment and non-composite at negative moment for steel plate girders or box girders. We found some programs, LARSA2000, LUSAS, MIDAS, STADD, and...
Can someone tell me where is the deck longitudinal joint came from? AASHTO?
Per IDOT bridge manual, we need to place deck longitudinal joint if deck width over 90 feet. But where is it come from and what is the purpose?
Thank you.