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@article{201564,
        author = {Pooja Ramchandra Sathe and Mayuri Ashok Chavhan and Dnyaneshwari Gorksha Chavhan and Aniket sambhaji chavhan and Vaibhav Babasaheb Chavan and Chindhe sujal bhagwat},
        title = {Load Distribution Analysis in Modern Bridge Structures},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {4191-4193},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201564},
        abstract = {Bridges are essential transportation structures designed to safely transfer loads from vehicles, pedestrians, wind, and environmental effects to supports and foundations. Proper load distribution is critical for structural safety, durability, and economical design. Modern bridges use advanced materials, optimized geometries, and computational tools to achieve efficient load transfer. This paper presents a detailed analysis of load distribution in modern bridge structures using engineering mechanics principles and structural analysis methods. Various bridge types such as beam bridges, arch bridges, cable-stayed bridges, and suspension bridges are studied. Static and dynamic loads are examined, and reaction forces, internal stresses, and load paths are evaluated. Results show that efficient load distribution significantly improves bridge performance and service life.},
        keywords = {Bridge Structures, Load Distribution, Structural Analysis, Engineering Mechanics, Support Reactions, Modern Bridges},
        month = {May},
        }