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Methodology for Diagnostic Load Testing
No full textThis chapter deals with the methodology for diagnostic load testing. All aspects of diagnostic load testing that are shared with other load testing methods have been discussed in Part II. In this chapter, the particularities of diagnostic load testing of new and existing bridges are discussed. These elements include loading procedures, monitoring behavior during the test, reviewing test data, calibrating analytical models, and evaluating the test results.Accepted Author ManuscriptConcrete Structure
I Remember column in which author Eva LaPlante writes of her visits to sites a
No full textI Remember column in which author Eva LaPlante writes of her visits to sites associated with E. B. White and his book Charlotte\u27s Web
Current Codes and Guidelines
No full textThis chapter reviews the existing codes and guidelines for load testing of structures. A summary of the main requirements of each existing code is provided, with a focus on the determination of the required load and measurements. The requirements for load testing of bridges and buildings are revised, for new and existing structures. An international perspective is given, revising the practice from Germany, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, France, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Poland, and Hungary. The chapter concludes with a short overview of the current developments and with a discussion of the different available codes and guidelines.Accepted Author ManuscriptConcrete Structure
Preparation of Load Tests
No full textThis chapter discusses the aspects related to the preparation of load tests, regardless of the chosen type of load test. After determination of the test objectives, the first step should be a technical inspection of the bridge and bridge site. With this information, the preparatory calculations (assessment for existing bridges and expected behavior during the test) can be carried out. Once the analytical results are available, the practical aspects of testing can be prepared: planning, required personnel, method for applying the load, considerations regarding traffic control and safety, and the development of the sensor and data acquisition plan. It is good practice to summarize all preparatory aspects in a preparation report and provide this information to the client/owner and all parties involved with the load test.Accepted Author ManuscriptConcrete Structure
Eva Murray, author of Well Out to Sea , has been a resident of Matinicus Island
No full textEva Murray, author of Well Out to Sea , has been a resident of Matinicus Island since she moved there to teach at the island\u27s one-room schoolhouse in 1987. She discusses the differences between writing from an island and writing about an island as well as her efforts to dispel some stereotypes and myths about Matinicus through her writing
Obituary of Eva M. Bridges, 82, of Windham, who was a foster mother to over 100
No full textObituary of Eva M. Bridges, 82, of Windham, who was a foster mother to over 100 children, and the mother of eight adopted children
Obituary of Eva M. Bridges, 82, of Windham, who was a foster mother to over 100
No full textObituary of Eva M. Bridges, 82, of Windham, who was a foster mother to over 100 children, and the mother of eight adopted children
General Considerations for the Execution of Load Tests
No full textThis chapter discusses the aspects related to the execution of load tests regardless of the chosen type of load test. The main elements required for the execution of the load test are the equipment for applying the load and the equipment for measuring and displaying (if required) the structural responses. This chapter reviews the commonly used equipment for applying the loading and discusses all aspects related to the measurements. The next topic is the practical aspects related to the execution. This topic deals with communication on site during the load test and important safety aspects during a load test.Accepted Author ManuscriptConcrete Structure
General Considerations
No full textThis chapter discusses aspects that should be considered prior to every load test. The first questions that needs to be answered are “Is this bridge suitable for load testing?” and “If so, what are the goals of the load test?” To answer these questions, information must be gathered and preliminary calculations should be carried out. In order to evaluate if a bridge is suitable for load testing, different types of testing are shown, the topic of when to load test a bridge is discussed, and structure type considerations are debated. Finally, some safety precautions that should be fulfilled during a load test are discussed.Accepted Author ManuscriptConcrete Structure
Eva Collins, interviewed by Carol Nichols and Adeline “Connie” St. Louis, Part 1
No full textEva Collins, interviewed by Carol Nichols and Adeline “Connie” St. Louis, November 22, 1993, in Old Town, Maine. For the Islands and Bridges project. Collins discusses moving to French Island after her marriage; LaBree\u27s bakery; other stores and businesses; speaking French; neighbors; adult\u27s and children\u27s entertainment; holidays; blood sausages (boudin); boxing; Great Depression; Prohibition and homebrew; changes on the Island.
Listen Part 1. mfc_na2765_c1491_01 Part 2. mfc_na2765_c1491_02https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/mf026/1018/thumbnail.jp
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