A TRUE INNOVATION: STEEL PLATES WITH A STRUCTURAL ELASTOMER CORE

摘要

The Sandwich Plate System (SPS) comprising steel faceplates acting compositely with a compact polyurethane core can replace steel, precast and reinforced concrete in deck-like structures. Its flexural stiffness and strength are tailored to meet particular static and dynamic requirements. Local plate buckling is precluded. The SPS is lighter, performs better and is cost competitive.