Aims and Objectives



  • Assess the current methods used for bridge analysis
  • Consider the simplifying assumptions for each method in relation to the backfill
  • Comparison of soil-structure interaction for the methods used in current practice
  • Create a simple arch barrel model which will become progressively complex as the study progresses
  • Create a model of soil-arch interaction
  • Gain a better understanding of the complex nature of soil-arch interaction