The structural analysis and rating modules of a proposed bridge management system for egypt

Abstract EN

Bridges need continuous maintenance, rehabilitation, or replacement, thus, an integrated bridge management system for Egypt is needed.

A system suitable for the local Egyptian conditions was previously proposed [1,2].

This paper demonstrates the details of the structural analysis and rating sub-modules of the proposed system.

The two programming languages VB and VBA are used in developing both modules.

The structural analysis sub-module is developed using a commercial database software and structural analysis software.

The rating sub-module reads the analysis output files and calculates the bridge rating factors based on the AASHTO Allowable Stress Rating Method.

Some important conclusions and recommendations are presented in the paper.