Bridge abutment piles in lateral spreading zones experience "back-rotation" due to superstructure restraint, challenging conventional design

Pile depth-of-fixity: A critical yet misunderstood concept in deep foundation design. Structural and geotechnical engineers must align on it

Dive into bridge design and seismic soil-structure interaction in our biweekly series. Explore pile analysis and performance based design.

Discover the impact of seismic isolation in bridge design with a focus on foundation considerations. Explore the cost and construction effic

Transitioning from traditional seismic design approaches, this post delves into the innovative realm of seismic isolation techniques,...

In our exploration of seismic isolation in bridge design, we've covered the importance of seismic forces and detailed the loading and...

In the construction and design of bridges, understanding the forces that act upon the structure is critical. This post delves into the...

In structural engineering, designing, and analyzing bridges require a deep understanding of structural dynamics and a nuanced approach to...

On February 22, 2024, the Spannovation Group held the second session of its three-part series on seismic design for bridge structures at...

We're excited to share with you an 8-part series that dives deep into the fascinating world of seismic isolation in bridge design. This...