Orthotropic steel decks (OSDs) have been commonly used worldwide in medium and long-
span steel bridges due to their exceptional structural properties, such as lightweight, high …

This study integrates the fatigue test and numerical prediction to derive a comprehensive
probability-stress-life (PSN) curve for rib-to-deck (RD) welded joints in orthotropic steel …

Forty specimens were tested under different stress amplitudes to study the roof and U-rib
weld fatigue performances of orthotropic steel bridge decks, considering different …

Steel orthotropic decks in bridges and ferries have shown to be prone to fatigue cracking. A
typical fatigue crack observed in these structures initiates at the root of the weld between the …

The fatigue and fracture of orthotropic steel decks (OSDs) have compromised the toughness
and life of steel bridge. The low fatigue resistance of structural detail design is the primary …

Steel-concrete composite beams have been extensively used in buildings and bridges in
recent years to combine these two construction materials. The behavioral characteristics of …

Rib-to-deck connections are one of the most critical fatigue-prone locations in orthotropic
steel decks. Initiated cracks in the root of a fillet weld in this location can propagate towards …

The study of the corrosion fatigue life of steel bridges is of much significance. The remaining
life of corrosion fatigue crack propagation is found to be lesser than fatigue crack …

Abstract Orthotropic Steel Decks (OSDs) are widely used in long span steel bridges since
they are extremely light weighted and very efficient for resisting localized traffic loads. As this …

As one of the most fatigue‐sensitive parts of an orthotropic steel bridge deck, the weld
between the U‐rib and the top deck is prone to fatigue cracking under the actions of the …