Level 2 and Level 3 Inspection, Structural Analysis, and Load Capacity Assessment (Rating Factor) of Buckland Bridge
Project Scope
Level 2 and Level 3 Inspection, Structural Analysis, and Load Capacity Assessment (Rating Factor) of Buckland Bridge.
The following tasks were carried out:
- Detailed Inspection in Accordance with VicRoads “Road Structure Inspection Manual – 2018”
- Measurement of all Structural Components (Site-Specific Measurements) as there was not any drawing available
- Measurement of all Material Properties utilising NDT Techniques
- Modelling and Structural Analysis of the Bridge Utilising Space Gass Computer Software in Accordance with AS 5100.7:2007 Bridge Assessment
- Calculating Rating Factor of the Bridge
The following NDT Techniques were carried out:
- Compressive Strength (SONREB Method (combining method) utilising Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity and Digital Rebound Hammer)
- Ultrasonic Technique for Measurement of the Thickness of Wrought Iron and Steel Components