Bridge Loads
Bridge Loads

Author: Colin O'Connor

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2000-08-03

Total Pages: 359

ISBN-13: 0203185927

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This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are covered, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrian l

Methodology for Road Roughness Profiling and Rut Depth Measurement
Methodology for Road Roughness Profiling and Rut Depth Measurement

Author: Thomas D. Gillespie

Publisher:

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13:

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This document presents an overview of a profiling and rut depth project. The objectives were to (1) assess the capabilities that are needed to measure profile and rut depth at highway speeds, (2) develop a design tailored to minimize life costs of the system, (3) build the system for delivery to FHWA, and (4) validate the system. A system based on the IBM PC microcomputer was designed. With the exception of a signal conditioning unit, the system is constructed from commercial components. The software controls the measurement of road profile and rut depth, the viewing of the data, and daily checks of the hardware integrity. A prototype--presently known as the PRORUT system--was built and delivered to the FHWA.

Car Suspension and Handling
Car Suspension and Handling

Author: Geoffrey Howard

Publisher: SAE International

Published: 2004-02-07

Total Pages: 474

ISBN-13: 0768008727

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Through appendices and diagrams, Car Suspension and Handling, 4th Edition outlines the purpose and history of vehicle suspension systems, while defining the basic parameters of suspension geometry. In addition, the book delves into human sensitivity to vibration, and offers data on durability, tire background information, steering calculations and suspension calculations.