Improving the accuracy of camber predictions for precast pretensioned concrete beams : [tech transfer summary].

PDFBriefIHRB Project TR-625InTrans Project 11-390CurvaturePrecast concretePrestressed concreteBeamsAccuracyCreepShrinkageFinite element methodThermal analysisIowaIowa State University. Institute for TransportationSritharan, SriRouse, Jon MattIowa State University. Bridge Engineering CenterUS Transportation CollectionImplementing the recommendations of this study is expected to significantlyimprove the accuracy of camber measurements and predictions and toultimately help reduce construction delays, improve bridge serviceability,and decrease costs