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Coupled Systems Mechanics
  Volume 14, Number 5, October 2025 , pages 431-450
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/csm.2025.14.5.431
 

Analysis of interfacial stresses of composite bridge box steel-concrete beam
R. Benferhat, T. Hassaine Daouadji, B. Abbes, T. Bensatallah, A. Rabahi and F. Abbes

 
Abstract
    This study investigates the flexural reinforcement of composite box girder bridge decks through combined analytical and numerical approaches using ABAQUS software. The research focuses on deflection, interface stresses, and interfacial slip, while also examining the role of reinforcement type, adhesive properties, and the presence of deck openings. A comprehensive parametric study highlights that material selection, reinforcement configuration, and adhesive characteristics significantly affect structural performance. Moreover, deck openings are shown to increase interfacial stresses and slip due to stress concentration and redistribution.
 
Key Words
    analytical and numerical analysis; composite box girder bridge decks; flexural reinforcement; interfacial slip; interfacial stresses
 
Address
R. Benferhat, T. Hassaine Daouadji, T. Bensatallah, A. Rabahi: Department of Civil Engineering, Ibn Khaldoun University of Tiaret, Algeria; Laboratory of Geomatics and Sustainable Development LGéo2D, University of Tiaret, Algeria
B. Abbes, F. Abbes: Laboratory Materials and Mechanical Engineering MATIM, University of Reims Cedex 2, France
 

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