Research Article
Jan 1957
Stiffening Lock Gates by Prestressing Diagonals
Publication: Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers
Volume 122, Issue 1
Abstract
A method is presented for the control of the warping or twisting of miteringtype navigation lock gates when the gates are swung through the water. The gate leaf is analyzed, and the function of the diagonal members in resisting torsional forces is explained. Expressions for torsional deflection and corresponding stresses in the diagonal members are developed; it is found that the prestressing of the diagonal members increases their effectiveness. The steps in applying the theory and the field technique for prestressing are presented.
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Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers
Volume 122 • Issue 1 • January 1957
Pages: 106 - 114
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© 1957 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Jan 1957
Published online: Feb 10, 2021
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Carl L. Shermer, M.ASCE
Prof. of Civ. Eng., Michigan State Univ., East Lansing, Mich.
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