Comparative statement analysis of span structures with a reinforced concrete and orthotropic plate under the exposure of solar radiation

Abstract

Carried out a comparative analysis especially the exposure to solar radiation on the stress-strain state (SSS) of span structures with orthotropic slabs of reinforced concrete. Determine the character limit of the temperature distribution in the elements of the two types of spans according to the results of field measurements. Conducted calculation of Stress-Strain State on specific cases of solar radiation with the use of the developed finite element (FE) models of two types of span structures in the platform LIRA SAPR. The results of SSS features obtained for a steel-reinforced concrete superstructure and a metal superstructure with an orthotropic slab are compared. It is shown that the uneven daytime change in the temperature field under the influence of solar radiation has a significantly different nature of effect on the stress-strain state of elements of metal and steel-reinforced concrete span structures.