Research Article

Static Experiment and Finite Element Analysis of a Multitower Cable-Stayed Bridge with a New Stiffening System

Table 5

Model parameters of the concrete members.

ModelE (MPa)A (mm2)I (mm4)

Girder2.9 × 1039.1 × 10−41.97 × 10−8
Top of tower2.9 × 1035.5 × 10−47.76 × 10–8
Middle of tower2.9 × 1036.5 × 10−415.76 × 10−8
Bottom of tower2.9 × 10321.25 × 10−476.11 × 10−8
Pier2.9 × 10321.67 × 10−4164.35 × 10−8

Note. E, the elastic modulus; A, the elastic modulus cross-sectional area;I, the moment of inertia.