【摘 要】
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The structural design aims at minimizing the total cost without compromising the functional requirements.The design has to ensure structural integrity by considering the entire life cycle,from design
【机 构】
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Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Beyrouth (ESIB),Saint-Joseph University,CST Mkalles Mar Roukos,Ria
【出 处】
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The 7th International Conference on Bridge Maintenance, Safe
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The structural design aims at minimizing the total cost without compromising the functional requirements.The design has to ensure structural integrity by considering the entire life cycle,from design stage to disposal.
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