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[Project #] 2552005 [PI Name] Scott Ashford [Institution] UC San Diego [Title] 
Simulation and Performance of Bridge Abutments The overall project goal is develop and validate numerical models in OPENSEES of bridge abutments over the next 2 years. We plan to utilize the results of ongoing Caltrans experiments on bridge abutments in the validation efforts. Specifically, the objectives in Year 9 are to: Provide abutment structural details to Thrust Area Team for overall modeling effort. Provide preliminary estimates of soil springs to Thrust Area Team for overall modeling effort, based on pseudo-static response. It is anticipated that improved dynamic springs would be periodically provided up through Year 10. Participate in payload experiments with already planned Caltrans experiments on bridge abutments to be completed June 2006. Collaborate on deep foundation and lateral spreading issues with PEER researchers.
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