Design and analysis of a footbridge connecting UPLB Student Union building and UPLB Foundation Inc.

Date

10-2012

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

College

College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology (CEAT)

Adviser/Committee Chair

Maranan, Ginghis B.

Committee Member

Polinag, Jason A.

Abstract

Designing a structure manually requires thorough knowledge particularly in different structural aspect. Factors such as economics and aesthetics have been taken into account in order for the design to proceed. This study focuses on the design of the footbridge superstructure (steel footbridge) and its retaining wall. Design of steel footbridge is based on American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) while the design of reinforced concrete (RC) retaining wall is based on American Concrete Institute (ACI). Soil in the site was classified by using the data provided by the Soil Science Department, Agronomy UPLB and was found out to be lipa clay loam. The design of the retaining wall is safe against overturning and sliding. In addition, the stress developed in the base of the wall does not exceed the allowable bearing pressure. The superstructure of the footbridge was designed by satisfying bending and shearing requirements in steel. This study showed that the overall design of the footbridge is acceptable.

Language

English

Location

UPLB College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology

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Document Type

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