Stand for testing pre-compressed beams U 37m Cover Image

Stand pentru încercarea grinzilor precomprimate U 37m
Stand for testing pre-compressed beams U 37m

Author(s): Mircea-Ioan Pastrav
Subject(s): Architecture
Published by: INCD URBAN-INCERC
Keywords: resistance test; stand; precast prestressed concrete beam

Summary/Abstract: As part of conformity certification process of prefabricated beams used for bridges and viaducts on Transylvania Motorway, a prestressed concrete U-sha ped beam of 37. 10 m span with superior slab cast in situ was subjected to a resistance test. Due to beam overa ll dimensions of 3.30 x 2. 50 x 37.10 m and to the important forces which have to be applied it has been necessary to build an adequate stand right near the precast site. Paper briefly presents the mechanical, technological, economical and work safety requirements, the design and the actual implementation of the one of the largest testing stands in our country.

  • Issue Year: 2/2011
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 21-24
  • Page Count: 4
  • Language: Romanian
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