Project Applications

Connel Bridge

Main features used in this application Linear static and moving load analysis Buckling analysis

Description on this project

This bridge is originally constructed in 1903 for rail traffic. It carries the A828 road over Loch Etive. 224m long riveted steel truss structure consists of two 77m cantilever sections supporting a 70m suspended through truss span. Composite steel and concrete deck for road traffic is installed in two phases, in 1957 and 1967.

 

  • Fig. midas Civil Analysis Model of Connel Bridge-1

  • Fig. midas Civil Analysis Model of Connel Bridge-2

Project Contact Jacobs UK
  • Address

    95 Bothwell Street, Glasgow, Scotland G2 7HX, UK

  • Introduction

    Jacobs has offices in 230+ locations around the world serve a broad range of companies including industrial, commercial, and government clients. Also, They provide professional and construction services, including all aspects of architecture, engineering, and construction, operations and maintenance, as well as scientific and specialty consulting.

  • Website

    www.jacobs.com

  • Email

    Javier.Lancho@jacobs.com

Location

Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Owner

Transport Scotland

General Contractor

Arrol’s Bridge and Roof Company

Engineering Consultant

Jacobs UK

Type of Project

Steel Truss Bridge

Size of Structure

224m Total Length