Cost Optimum Design of Posttensioned I-Girder Bridge Using Global Optimization Algorithm
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 138, Issue 2
Abstract
This paper presents an optimization approach to the design of simply supported, post-tensioned, prestressed concrete I-girder bridges. The objective is to minimize the total cost of the structure, considering cost of materials, fabrication, and installation. For a particular girder span and bridge width, the design variables considered for cost minimization of the bridge system are girder spacing, various cross-sectional dimensions of the girder, number of strands per tendon, number of tendons, tendon layout and configuration, slab thickness, slab rebar, and shear rebar for the girder. Explicit constraints on the design variables are developed on the basis of geometric requirements, practical conditions for construction, and code restrictions. Implicit constraints for design are formulated as per the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Standard Specifications. The optimization problem is characterized by having a combination of continuous, discrete, and integer sets of design variables and multiple local minima. An optimization algorithm, evolutionary operation (EVOP), is used that is capable of locating directly with high probability the global minimum without requiring information on gradient or subgradient of the objective function. The present optimization approach is used for a real-life bridge project, leading to a feasible and acceptable design resulting in around 35% savings in cost per square meter of the deck area. Computational time required for optimization of the present problem is only a few seconds. Because constant design parameters have influence on the optimum design, this cost minimization procedure is performed for a range of such parameters.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 138 • Issue 2 • February 2012
Pages: 273 - 284
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© 2012 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Jun 10, 2010
Accepted: Jun 15, 2011
Published online: Jun 17, 2011
Published in print: Feb 1, 2012
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