Guideline for Estimation of Hydrodynamics Forces on Bridges

1.0 Chapter 1 : Introduction

1.1 Definitions
1.2 Symbols
1.3 Scope
1.4 Hydrodynamic effects on Bridges
1.5 General Principles Assumptions
1.6 Design Philosophy/Approach
1.6.1 Deterministic approach
1.6.2 Probabilistic Approach
2.0 Chapter 2 : Site Investigations
2.1 Reconnaissance Survey
2.2 Bathymetry / Topography Survey
2.3 Hydrodynamic Measurements
2.4 Geophysical / Geotechnical Investigations
3.0 Chapter 3 : Design Aspects
3.1 Site Selection
3.2 Material specification for Marine Environment
3.2.1 Grade of Concrete
3.2.2 Grade of Steel
3.2.3 Concrete Cover
3.2.4 Corrosion Control
3.3 Effect of Soil Strata on Foundation Type
3.3.1 Gravity Based Foundations
3.3.2 Caisson Foundations
3.3.3 Pile Foundations
3.4 Sea bed Scouring
3.4.1 Waves
3.4.2 Currents
3.4.3 Combined Waves and Currents
3.4.4 Remedies
3.5 Determining of Design Wave Height
3.6 Deck level Identification
3.6.1 Air gap Approach
3.6.2 Prediction of extreme water level elevation
4.0 Chapter 4 : Wave Force Estimation
4.1 Wave Regime Classification
4.2 Wave Forces on small diameter circular members
4.2.1 Wave Theories Suitability
4.2.2 Morison Theory
4.2.3 Influence of Currents

4.3 Wave Forces on large diameter circular members

4.3.1 Diffraction Regime
4.3.2 MacCamy and Fuchs Theory
4.4 Wave Forces on Walls
4.4.1 Goda method
4.4.2 Sainflou Method
4.4.3 Miche-Rundgren Method
4.4.4 Minikin Method
4.5 Wave Forces on Deck
4.5.1 Vertical Forces
4.5.2 Horizontal Forces
4.6 Numerical Modelling for Wave Forces
4.7 Current Forces
4.8 Surge and its influence on Marine Structures
4.9 Load Combinations
5.0 Chapter 5 : Construction Issues
5.1 Structural Stability during Construction
5.2 Framework and Temporary Bracing
5.3 Modular Construction
5.4 Erection Methods
5.5 Pile Driving Technology
5.6 Maintenance and Inspection
5.7 Construction Schedule