Bridge Crossing Simulator

Simulates the crossing loads on a bridge system in a controlled testing environment

Uses a system of hydraulic actuators and loading fixtures to simulate the rolling load applied by a moving vehicle, instead of using actual vehicles to cross the bridge thousands of times

Will accommodate bridges up to 42 meters long and is easily adaptable to accommodate unanticipated bridge designs of the future

This system is a tool for conducting durability tests at a huge cost savings; thus enabling the collection of more engineering and statistical data than previously possible on the factors that impact bridge life the most

Supplements the full spectrum of required bridge testing by providing an economic means of establishing and evaluating the durability of portable bridges