Contents Preface to the Fifth Editio, Preface to the First Editio List of Symbols and Notation: L 2 3, & Introduction... 1.1 Historical Evolution of Bridges 1.2. Timber and Stone Masonry Bridges. 1.3 Tron and Steel Bridges. 14 Reinforced Concrete Bridges. 1.5. Prestressed Concrete Bridges. 1.6 Cable Stayed Bridges... 17 Modem Trends in Bridge Engineering, 18 Standard Specifications References... Bridge Loading Standards... 2.1 Evolution of Bridge Loading Standards... 2.2 Indian Roads Congress Bridge Loading Standards, 2.3, Highway Bridge Loading Standards of Different Countees, 2.4 Impact factors... 2.5 Comparative Analysis of Highway Loading Standard: 2.6 Indian Railway Bridge Loading Standards ,, References... Review Questions, Objective Type Questions NeEoOawu b Limit State Design for Concrete Road Bridges 3.1 Basie Concepts of Limit State Design : 3.2. Application of Classical Reliabilty Theory to Limit State D, 3. Limit State Criter 34 Partial Safety Factors