Modular bridge structure construction and repair system

Details Modular bridge structure construction and repair system Modular bridge structure construction and repair system

2005-02-22

2005-02-22

Will, Thomas B. (Department: 3671)

Bridges

Deck

C014S073100, C014S074500, C014S077100

Reexamination Certificate

active

06857156

ABSTRACT:
A modular structure construction and repair system for use in new bridge construction and old bridge repair. The invention comprises a plurality of prefabricated modules which have a plurality of longitudinally extending beams and deck portions molded thereto. The modules are positioned over a plurality of girders so that longitudinal joints are formed above the girder. In the repair of an old bridge, an old section of the bridge deck is removed, and the modules are positioned on the existing girders. The modules are attached to the girders such that a shear connection is provided therebetween. Precompression may also be applied to clamp the sides of adjacent deck portions together. Various embodiments disclose this precompression and the shear connections.

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