The ultimate challenge for Architects and Engineers appears to be the design, engineering and building of a large span bridge across deep water.
Why? Is it because a bridge stands like a monument? Perhaps.
But there is more to it. Bridges connect two sides. That is the purpose of the structure. No more, no less. A building only has one purpose: to enclose space. But a bridge means a connection between two worlds, first apart and then together. This is emotion.
That may perhaps also be the reason that no major bridge is build without a lot of commotion. Especially politicians like to involve themselves in the process of bridge building. And when politicians get involved it means trouble. That is why bridge building is such an exciting process.
That is also why a conference about technological advancements and innovations of bridge constructions can and will be an exciting conference.
CONCLUSIONS DRAWN FROM THE BRIDGENEERING CONFERENCE:
1: Architectural considerations are as important as engineering aspects.
2: Bridges create a lot of emotions in all phases of their life. In planning, designing, engineering, building and even after their end of lifetime.
3: Innovations in Bridge Engineering are an ongoing process. New materials can play an important role, including environmental considerations.
4: Future vision is that, provided principals are prepared to spend money on research and technical developments, larger spans and lighter bridges are possible.
5: It is imperative that Bridge Engineers, when using new technologies or materials, stay conservative in their approach to apply them.
6: Engineering and architecture must be "hand in glove" disciplines in Bridge building.
The Conference Proceedings are now for sale. To order the Proceedings, please download the Registration Form below and tick the "Order for Conference Proceedings" Box on the form. The cost of the Proceedings is: Euro 195,- and this includes 19% VAT, handling and mailing.
DOWNLOAD CONFERENCE BROCHURE(.pdf)
DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM (.pdf)
Conference programme:
THURSDAY JUNE 29, 2006
1: TAKING BRIDGE ENGINEERING TO THE LIMITS
KEY-NOTE A new City Bridge for Nijmegen: Proposal for a large span and lightweight bridge on the Waal (NL)
Ir. Joris Smits, Royal Haskoning Architecten, NL
Design and Engineering of "Nescio" Bridge - Amsterdam Rhine Canal
Mr. Yoshikazu Ichimaru, Arup, UK
2: ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF BRIDGE DESIGN
Bridges Environmental Impact Study - Project Alternatives Comparison Criteria
Dr. Giovanni Perillo, University of Naples Federico II , Italy
Innovative Structural-Technological Solutions in tight urban area of Moscow Metropolis
Dr. Eng. Vadim Seliverstov, Giprotransmost J.S.G., Russia
3: DESIGN OF BRIDGES
Structural Design... more than just mechanics calculations
- from a new function to a new form -
Ir. Paul van der Ree, Studio SK, NL
Recent Developments in USA Bridge Designs
Dr. Khaled Mahmoud, Bridge Technology Consulting, USA
Design and Engineering of a Suspension Trough Girder Bridge at Terneuzen
Ir. A.A.J. Reijgersberg, Hageman Engineering Consultants, NL
Introduction on the Rotterdam Bridges Boat Dinner Tour
Ir. Marja Haring, Architect, Engineering Office, City of Rotterdam, NL
4: BRIDGES BOAT DINNER TOUR (Rotterdam - Dordrecht - Moerdijk area)
Information on the Bridge Boat Dinner Tour can be found on the Site Visit part of this website.
FRIDAY JUNE 30, 2006
5: COBRAE SESSION: NEW MATERIALS - FRP COMPOSITES INNOVATIONS
KEY NOTE FRP Polymer Composite Applications in Bridge- and Structural Engineering
Prof. Dr. Urs Meier, EMPA, Switzerland
Full FRP Footbridges in Spain
M. Dolores G. Pulido, Dr. Civil Engineer, MSc, MA, Pedelta, Spain
Large span FRP Composite Bridges
Mr. David Kendall, Director of Special Structures, White Young Green & Cetec Projects, UK
Prestressed FRP Systems for flexural enhancement and axial confinement
Eng. Josef Scherer, Structural Engineer, S&P Clever Reinforcement Co. AG, Switzerland
6: NEW MATERIALS - STEEL INNOVATIONS
SPS Bridge Decks - Steel Composite Innovation for Bridge Deck and Bridge Repair
Mr. G.L. Turner, Director Civil Engineering, Intelligent Engineering Ltd., UK
Advancements in the Modeling of Bridge Cable Degradation
Dr. Khaled Mahmoud, Bridge Technology Consulting, USA
7: BRIDGE MAINTENANCE
Vacuum infused bonded Steel Reinforcing Plates for Bridge Rehabilitation
Ir. Maarten Labordus, Lightweight Structures BV, NL
Renovation of Railway Bridges
Ir. Jelte Bos, Movares (formerly Holland Railconsult), NL
BridgEneering
