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Code No: J8709/R16

M. Tech. II Semester Regular Examinations, May-2017
BRIDGE ENGINEERING
Structural Engineering (87)
Time: 3 Hours Max. Marks: 60
Answer any FIVE Questions

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All Questions Carry Equal Marks

1. a List the various steps involved in the design of an arch bridge with neat sketch of the
cross sectional details.
b Explain in detail about the various steps involved in the design of articulation. Also
explain the design consideration

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2. a Explain Briefly different components of a bridge and loads to be considered for
designing those components
b Discuss about Economical span of a bridge

3. Explain the various load distribution theories on the T-beam slab bridges.

4. Design a T beam(Deck slab and Main girder) super structure for a bridge on a
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national highway with the following data:
Effective span -15 m
Live load - IRC Class AA tracked vehicle
Materials - M-20 Grade and Fe 415 steel
Spacing of cross girders : 3m and sketch the details
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5. a Explain in detail about the design principles of Pre stressed concrete bridges
b Write short notes on Post-tensioned pre stressed concrete bridge decks.

6. a Discuss about the Hydraulic design and structural design of pipe culverts

7. a Explain about the different types of foundation used in bridges?

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b Draw a typical sketch of an abutment and wing wall

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8. Discuss the major causes of bridge failures. Indicate how these failures could be
avoided.
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