Deck-abutment contact, during earthquake excitation, might alter the boundary conditions at the deck level and activate a mechanical behavior unforeseen during the design [...]

The deck-abutment contact (e.g. pounding) during earthquake shaking often triggers the rotation of the deck. Contact at the deck level might alter dramatically the effect [...]

In the composite pipe construction method as defined in the Japan Sewage Works Association’s Design and Construction Guidelines for Sewer Pipe Rehabilitation, a liner p [...]