Masters Theses

Abstract

"The results of the structural load testing of a unique type of steel and concrete composite girder are described. The structural system, referred to as a composite Vierendeel girder, is a hybrid type which incorporates features of a castellated beam and a Vierendeel truss. The performance of the composite girder agreed reasonably well with calculated values based on section properties for a prismatic beam. Observations indicated web stiffeners were required on the stub beams to prevent premature failure of the system. Failure of the girder was due to concrete crushing over a stub web beam. Design considerations for a structural system of this type are discussed"--Abstract, page ii.

Advisor(s)

Celis, Antonio J.

Committee Member(s)

Senne, Joseph H.
Basye, C. B.

Department(s)

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

Degree Name

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Publisher

University of Missouri--Rolla

Publication Date

1972

Pagination

vi, 66 pages

Rights

© 1972 Melvin Crews Oestreich, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

Girders -- TestingLoad factor designBox girder bridges -- TestingComposite constructionReinforced concrete construction

Thesis Number

T 2731

Print OCLC #

6033625

Electronic OCLC #

884349538

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