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Bryan Chapman1
1
University of Bath
Abstract: This conference paper provides detailed information on the aesthetics, design and construction of
the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam. An Engineers evaluation of the bridge consists of bridge aesthetics,
structure, loading conditions and serviceability. Special prominence is placed on the problems of the Erasmus
after opening due to Wind-Rain induced vibration and how the bridge evaluates in relation to BS 5400-2-
1996. This paper also includes information of design, fabrication and construction methods lastly looking at
the future of the bridge and any changes that could be made.
Section 9- Section
Figure of loading of
to loading
produceto produce maximum
maximum sagging Using Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis it is
sagging moment
moment possible to calculate a rough bending moment
diagrams showing the maximum sagging moment of
13,231 kN.m and a maximum hogging moment of
21,131 kN.m.
11.2.3 Deflection
During its ULS it is important to look at the maximum
deflections of the bridge. This was achieved by