Abstract
In this study, the Karasu Bridge dating back to the Roman period was examined to determine whether it was suitable to carry heavy commercial and military vehicles in special circumstances. An analytical model of this bridge was created using an ANSYS program based on finite elements. On the bridge model, linear and non-linear static analyses were performed first according to the heavy vehicle loads stated in AASHTO (American Association of State of Highway Transportation Officials) then in the second stage heavy military vehicles loads were simulated. As a result of the analysis, even though linear crushes were observed at the areas where the side walls of the bridge are fixed to the piers, it was seen that Karasu Bridge was capable of safely carrying the vehicle load as stated in AASHTO and military tanks in a safety way transport.
Highlights
Turkey has seen many different civilizations, and today, there are many historical buildings such as religious premises, viaducts and bridges
In the linear and non-linear static analyses performed under tank load at the Karasu Bridge, the maximum compressive stresses occurred at the locations where the sidewalls of the bridge were fixed to the piers of the bridge
The linear and non-linear static analyses of the Karasu Bridge were performed according to the weight of the Leopard 2A4 tanks owned by the Turkish armed forces and H30S24 heavy vehicle loads stated in AASHTO
Summary
Turkey has seen many different civilizations, and today, there are many historical buildings such as religious premises, viaducts and bridges. In the linear and non-linear static analyses performed under tank load at the Karasu Bridge, the maximum compressive stresses occurred at the locations where the sidewalls of the bridge were fixed to the piers of the bridge.
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