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@article{186132,
        author = {Ms. Swamini Shridhar Adhikari and Dr. M.N.BAJAD},
        title = {DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF BRIDGE ABUTMENTS – GRAVITY, CANTILEVER, AND COUNTERFORT TYPES WITH EARTH PRESSURE CONSIDERATIONS},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {91-99},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186132},
        abstract = {Abstract—Bridge abutments play a crucial role in providing end support to bridge decks while simultaneously retaining approach embankments. The present study focuses on the design philosophy and structural response of three predominant abutment configurations gravity, cantilever, and counterfort types. The influence of active and passive earth pressures, surcharge loads, and live loads is examined using classical earth pressure theories such as Rankine and Coulomb. Analytical comparisons are made with respect to geometry, stability, and material efficiency. The study also discusses best design practices aligned with international design standards including IRC:78, AASHTO LRFD, and Eurocode 7. Findings reveal that the choice of abutment type is largely governed by wall height, soil properties, and cost constraints, leading to optimized performance and safety.},
        keywords = {Bridge abutments, gravity abutment, cantilever abutment, counterfort abutment, earth pressure, Rankine theory, structural stability.},
        month = {October},
        }