Temporary Bridge Structure, Nuclear Power Plant, U.S
Case Study
The Problem
The plant needed to move heavy loads through a section of the structure. However, the structure had limited capacity and was potentially incapable of carrying the heavy load during an earthquake. Reinforcing the structure was not a viable option. The heavy load haul was a short-term campaign.
The Solution
We developed a temporary bridge/pedestal which provided an alternate load path to bridge over the limited capacity spots in the haul path, so the load is supported by robust structural supports. The use of an engineered, low-friction surface material at the bearing supports allowed for a substantial reduction in the lateral demands under an earthquake.
The Results
The temporary bridge will be used to safely support future heavy load movement campaigns, satisfying regulatory requirements. This has allowed the client to continue plant activities without interruption and to ensure the safety of their staff and the public.
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