BRIME - Bridge Management in Europe
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http://www.trl.co.uk/brime/Description
Europe has a large capital investment in the road network including bridges, which are the most vulnerable element. As bridges age, deterioration caused by heavy traffic and an aggressive environment becomes increasingly significant resulting in a higher frequency of repairs and possibly a reduced load carrying capacity.
The purpose of this project is to develop the modules required for a bridge management system that enables bridges to be maintained at minimum overall cost ie taking all factors into account including effect on traffic, life of the repair and the residual life of the structure. The most appropriate maintenance strategy for a stock of bridges is a complex subject and there are a whole range of issues that determine the most economic strategy.
