Structural response of ageing masonry arch bridges

Masonry arch

Masonry arch bridges form an integral part of the European transportation network. These enduring structures are facing new challenges due to modern use and increased flood risks, yet their serviceability response is poorly understood. Our research investigates the fundamental behaviour of masonry bridges with detailed field data and computational modelling.  The objective of this research is to devise new assessment tools which can better describe the serviceability response of damaged masonry bridges and predict their complex degradation processes.

Project dates: Project dates: 09.2016-ongoing

Primary Oxford researchers involved:  Sinan Acikgoz, Haris Alexakis, Matthew DeJong and Andrea Franza

 

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