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orthotropic deck
(redirected from Orthotropic bridge)

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orthotropic deck [¦ȯr·thə¦träp·ik ′dek]
(civil engineering)
A bridge deck constructed typically of flat steel plate and longitudinal and transverse ribs; functions in carrying traffic and acting as top flanges of floor beams.
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With the mission of accelerating infrastructure innovations, the January/February 2008 issue of FHWA's Focus newsletter features articles titled "Partnering for Highway Techonology Innovation," "Access a World of LTPP Data," "FHWA Releases New User Guides for Surface Water and Watershed Modeling," "2008 International Orthotropic Bridge Conference," and "FHWA Regional Conferences Bring Asset Management Straight to You.
Focus: January/February 2008 Publication No. FHWA-HRT-08-010 by Ellis, Zachary / Public Roads
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To educate the engineering community on new developments in orthotropic bridges, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), USDOT, and eight other sponsors are compiling a 7-day technical program encompassing classes, a conference, and tours of orthotropic bridges in northern California.
California to host conference on orthotropic bridges by Public Roads
 
 
 
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