Finite Strip Analysis of Bridges

Preface. Notation. Mathematical approach. Introduction Basic concepts of numerical method. The finite strip method. Finite strip method. Higher order finite strips. Spline finite strip method. Compound strip method. Finite layer method and finite prism method. Vibration and stability analyses. Nonlinear analysis. Combined analysis. Finite strip analysis of bridges. Slab and slab-on-girder bridges. Curved and skew bridges. Box girder bridges. Continuous haunched bridges. Cable-stayed bridges. Finite strip modeling of bridges. References. Index.