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OFFICE OF RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY AT THE TURNER-FAIRBANK HIGHWAY RESEARCH CENTER

Manual of Heat-Straightening of Steel Bridge Members

Project Information

Project ID:
FHWA-PROJ-19-0035
Project Abstract:

This project will produce an up-to-date, stand-alone, detailed manual on the heat straightening of steel structures. 

Project Status:
Completed
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$241,920.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
Yes
Laboratory:
Grant/Contract ID:
  • DTFH6114D00048
FHWA Program Area:
  • Infrastructure
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
  • FY 2002-2022 / Infrastructure / Structures
Project Outputs:

Manual

Project Outcomes/Impact:

An updated manual will provide clear and concise recommendations and guidelines for the proper use of heat-assisted curving and straightening (and cold-bending as optional).

AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan

Contact Information

First Name:
Derek
Last Name:
Soden
Phone Number:
(202) 493-0341
Email Address:
Team:
Structural Engineering Team
Office:
Office of Bridges and Structures
Office Code:
HIBS-10

Management Organizations

Sponsor Organization

Organization Role:
Sponsor Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Infrastructure - Office of Bridges and Structures
Contact Role:
Project Lead
Contact:

Managing Organization

Organization Role:
Sponsor Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Infrastructure - Office of Bridges and Structures
Contact Role:
Project Lead
Contact:

Performing Organization

Organization Role:
Contractor
Organization:
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff
Contact Role:
Principal Investigator