Field Experiments for Monitoring the Dynamic Soil–Structure–Foundation Response of a Bridge-Pier Model Structure at a Test Site

Manos, George C.; Pitilakis, Kyriazis; Sextos, Anastasios; Kourtides, V.; Soulis, V.; Thauampteh, J.

doi:10.1061/(asce)st.1943-541x.0001154

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“…Numerical studies of bridges and other stone and concrete structures of historical value have been performed in [8][9][10][11][12]. In these studies numerical techniques addressing the interaction of mortar and stone blocks or block-block non-linear contact were also explored.…”

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“…Drosopoulos [9] and co-workers studied the ultimate failure load of stone arch bridges based on 2-D, plane strain finite element analysis which included interfaces, simulation of cracks, unilateral friction contacts and the implementation of a pathfollowing technique to estimate the ultimate load. Studies of other important masonry stone structures throughout Greece and relevant data bases are presented in [10][11][12]. Roman bridges are discussed in [13] and stone masonry bridges around Greece in [14][15].…”

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confidence: 99%

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On the Assessment of the Plaka Bridge Collapse Using Non-Linear Analysis Preventable or Doomed?

Simos¹,

Manos²,

Kozikopoulos³

et al. 2017

Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computational Methods in Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering (COM

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The collapse of the historic Plaka Stone Bridge due to extreme flooding and in particular the pinpointing of the causes or possibly weak structural points that led to the structural failure is studied using high fidelity, three-dimensional non-linear numerical analysis and sensitivity studies. Specifically, the potential of a number of postulated scenarios in initiating failure and leading to the eventual collapse of the bridge are explored aided by sensitivity analyses relying on non-linear finite element modelling and is augmented by actual material properties of the structural elements deduced from laboratory tests following the collapse (i.e. stone and mortar). Presented in detail is the scenario which appears to closely replicate the mode of actual bridge failure observed (damage extend and debris distribution) and deemed by the authors to be most likely sequence of events that occurred. This scenario postulates the undermining of the central pier by support or shear section failure leading to large deformation and displacements on the lower part of the pier eventually leading to shear failure of the primary arch. Based on the failure mode predicted by simulation and corroborated with observed damage the vulnerability of the Plaka Bridge to this "beyond design basis event" even for an uncompromised structure is assessed by asking the question whether any preventive maintenance and upkeep could have saved this particular bridge or that its collapse was beyond human intervention.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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On the Assessment of the Plaka Bridge Collapse Using Non-Linear Analysis Preventable or Doomed?

Simos¹,

Manos²,

Kozikopoulos³

et al. 2017

Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Computational Methods in Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering (COM

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“…In this section it is shown that all these non-linear mechanisms (see introduction a, b and c) can be used to simulate the behaviour of a 6-storey masonry infilled R/C frame structure. This 6-storey masonry infilled R/C frame model structure was constructed and tested at the European Test Site at Volvi, by Manos et al [13], [14], [15]. This structure was utilized for the verification of the proposed numerical simulation.The investigation included two types of analyses; an initial linear dynamic analysis to predict numerically the recorded dynamic response of this structure followed by a nonlinear "push over" step-by-step type of numerical analysis of the same infilled frame structure.…”

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“…The basic properties for the concrete and the reinforcement have been monitored through samples taken during construction. Different structural configurations of the 6-storey structure have been tested at the European Test Site of Volvi, in the period of its existence (Manos at al [13], [14], [15]). The structural configuration that is utilized here includes apart from the existing added weight of 50KN, an extra weight of approximately 30KN on the top of a sixth floor specially constructed for this purpose (Masonry scheme 2b, September 1997 -January 2004).…”

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“…In this sense the flexibility of the foundation acts as a protective mechanism, provided it is designed to be able to sustain such deformations without any side-effects. Moreover, as concluded by an additional experimental sequence conducted with another model structure at the Volvi European Test Site [15] soil-foundation-structure interaction could lead non-embedded foundations to non-linear behaviour resulting in uplift and/or soil plastification. Therefore, such non-linear foundation responses if controlled by design could be a beneficial source of energy absorption.…”

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Numerical Non-Linear Simulation of the in-Plane Behaviour of R/C Frames With Masonry Infills Under Seismic Type Loading

Manos¹,

Soulis²

2016

Proceedings of the VII European Congress on Computational Methods in Applied Sciences and Engineering (ECCOMAS Congress 2016)

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Structural condition assessment of a bridge pier: A case study using experimental modal analysis and finite element model updating

Mao

Mazzotti

DeVitis

et al. 2018

Struct Control Health Monit

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Insufficient information on existing bridge substructures and foundations poses significant challenges for structural condition evaluation and can cause significant uncertainties for the safety and serviceability of bridges. Characterization and condition evaluation of bridges substructure and foundations will not only help to decrease the vulnerability to natural hazards but also provide opportunities for their reuse with considerable benefits. In this paper, the feasibility of leveraging structural identification techniques to characterize bridge substructures and foundations is investigated. A three-span simply supported bridge located in Mossy, West Virginia, USA, is used as a study case. Modal analysis and finite element model updating techniques are used to investigate and estimate the uncertainties and conditions of the substructure. Updated finite element model for this structure provides valuable information for bridge condition assessment and proves how structural identification is a viable tool for the case considered.

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Field Experiments for Monitoring the Dynamic Soil–Structure–Foundation Response of a Bridge-Pier Model Structure at a Test Site

Cited by 30 publications

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On the Assessment of the Plaka Bridge Collapse Using Non-Linear Analysis Preventable or Doomed?

On the Assessment of the Plaka Bridge Collapse Using Non-Linear Analysis Preventable or Doomed?

Numerical Non-Linear Simulation of the in-Plane Behaviour of R/C Frames With Masonry Infills Under Seismic Type Loading

Structural condition assessment of a bridge pier: A case study using experimental modal analysis and finite element model updating

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