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Abstract

(1)   The scope of Eurocode 8 is defined in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.1 and the scope of this Standard is defined in 1.1.1. Additional parts of Eurocode 8 are indicated in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.3.
(2)   Within the framework of the scope set forth in EN 1998-1:2004, this part of the Standard contains the particular Performance Requirements, Compliance Criteria and Application Rules applicable to the design of earthquake resistant bridges.
(3)   This Part primarily covers the seismic design of bridges in which the horizontal seismic actions are mainly resisted through bending of the piers or at the abutments; i.e. of bridges composed of vertical or nearly vertical pier systems supporting the traffic deck superstructure. It is also applicable to the seismic design of cable-stayed and arched bridges, although its provisions should not be considered as fully covering these cases.
(4)   Suspension bridges, timber and masonry bridges, moveable bridges and floating bridges are not included in the scope of this Part.
(5)   This Part contains only those provisions that, in addition to other relevant Eurocodes or relevant Parts of EN 1998, should be observed for the design of bridges in seismic regions. In cases of low seismicity, simplified design criteria may be established (see 2.3.7(1)).
(6)   The following topics are dealt with in the text of this Part:
Basic requirements and Compliance Criteria,
Seismic Action,
Analysis,
Strength Verification,
Detailing.
This Part also includes a special section on seismic isolation with provisions covering the application of this method of seismic protection to bridges.
(7)   Annex G contains rules for the calculation of capacity design effects.
(8)   Annex J contains rules regarding the variation of design properties of seismic isolator units and how such variation may be taken into account in design.

Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
29-Nov-2008
Publication Date
04-May-2009
Technical Committee
KON - Structures
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
25-Mar-2009
Due Date
30-May-2009
Completion Date
05-May-2009

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Overview

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 is the Slovenian implementation of the European amendment to Eurocode 8 - Design of structures for earthquake resistance, specifically Part 2: Bridges. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this standard aligns closely with EN 1998-2:2005/A1:2009, establishing uniform requirements for the seismic design and safety of bridges across Europe.

This standard addresses the performance requirements, compliance criteria, and specific application rules necessary for designing bridges that must withstand seismic actions. Its adoption is mandatory within the Eurocode system for countries aiming to ensure robust and harmonized seismic safety for bridge structures.

Key Topics

  • Performance Requirements and Compliance Criteria: Outlines how bridges must perform during and after seismic events for life safety, protection of property, and service continuity.
  • Seismic Actions: Provides detailed guidance on the parameters and modeling of earthquake loads acting on bridges, including horizontal seismic forces.
  • Structural Analysis: Specifies approaches for analyzing bridge response under seismic loading, considering both conventional and seismically isolated systems.
  • Strength Verification: Describes how to verify the structural adequacy of bridge components and systems against earthquake-induced demands.
  • Detailing Requirements: Addresses design details such as connections, reinforcement, and ductility provisions to enhance seismic resilience.
  • Seismic Isolation: Includes a comprehensive section on the use of seismic isolators-elastomeric bearings, lead rubber bearings, and related devices-to reduce transmitted earthquake forces, as well as modeling and acceptance criteria for these systems.
  • Capacity Design: Provides annexed rules for calculating capacity design effects, ensuring critical structural elements remain operational after seismic events.
  • Variability of Seismic Isolator Properties: Addresses design property variations in elastomeric and isolation systems due to factors like temperature and aging.

Applications

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 is primarily applied to:

  • Seismic Bridge Design: Conventional bridges with vertical or near-vertical piers supporting the deck, which resist horizontal earthquake forces through structural bending.
  • Cable-Stayed and Arched Bridges: Offers limited, yet valuable, guidance for more complex structural systems, while noting that additional considerations may be necessary for complete coverage.
  • Seismic Retrofitting: Used by civil engineers and designers when assessing and upgrading existing bridges to meet updated seismic standards.
  • Infrastructure Planning in Seismic Zones: Essential for transport authorities and consultants in regions with moderate to high earthquake risk.

Exclusions: The standard does not cover suspension, timber, masonry, movable, or floating bridges due to the unique seismic response and design requirements of these structures.

Related Standards

When using SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009, reference to related Eurocodes and standards is necessary for comprehensive compliance:

  • EN 1998-1:2004 (Eurocode 8 - General): Broader requirements for design of structures for earthquake resistance.
  • EN 1990 and EN 1991: Basis of structural design and actions on structures.
  • EN 1337-3:2005: Pertains to the design and testing of structural bearings, critical to seismic isolation systems.
  • Other Eurocode Parts: For specific materials (concrete, steel), refer to EN 1992 (concrete structures) and EN 1993 (steel structures).

Practical Value

  • Safety and Risk Mitigation: Supports designers in creating bridges capable of withstanding earthquakes, protecting lives and ensuring post-event mobility.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Meets requirements of both national and European structural regulations, facilitating cross-border infrastructure projects.
  • Modern Seismic Protection: Enables the use of cutting-edge seismic isolation technologies and risk-based design approaches.
  • Sustainability: Contributes to the longevity and resilience of vital transport infrastructure, reducing lifecycle costs and disaster recovery needs.

By following SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009, engineers and stakeholders ensure that bridges in seismic regions meet stringent safety standards, leveraging the best available European practices for earthquake-resistant design and construction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Eurocode 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance - Part 2: Bridges". This standard covers: (1) The scope of Eurocode 8 is defined in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.1 and the scope of this Standard is defined in 1.1.1. Additional parts of Eurocode 8 are indicated in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.3. (2) Within the framework of the scope set forth in EN 1998-1:2004, this part of the Standard contains the particular Performance Requirements, Compliance Criteria and Application Rules applicable to the design of earthquake resistant bridges. (3) This Part primarily covers the seismic design of bridges in which the horizontal seismic actions are mainly resisted through bending of the piers or at the abutments; i.e. of bridges composed of vertical or nearly vertical pier systems supporting the traffic deck superstructure. It is also applicable to the seismic design of cable-stayed and arched bridges, although its provisions should not be considered as fully covering these cases. (4) Suspension bridges, timber and masonry bridges, moveable bridges and floating bridges are not included in the scope of this Part. (5) This Part contains only those provisions that, in addition to other relevant Eurocodes or relevant Parts of EN 1998, should be observed for the design of bridges in seismic regions. In cases of low seismicity, simplified design criteria may be established (see 2.3.7(1)). (6) The following topics are dealt with in the text of this Part: Basic requirements and Compliance Criteria, Seismic Action, Analysis, Strength Verification, Detailing. This Part also includes a special section on seismic isolation with provisions covering the application of this method of seismic protection to bridges. (7) Annex G contains rules for the calculation of capacity design effects. (8) Annex J contains rules regarding the variation of design properties of seismic isolator units and how such variation may be taken into account in design.

(1) The scope of Eurocode 8 is defined in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.1 and the scope of this Standard is defined in 1.1.1. Additional parts of Eurocode 8 are indicated in EN 1998-1:2004, 1.1.3. (2) Within the framework of the scope set forth in EN 1998-1:2004, this part of the Standard contains the particular Performance Requirements, Compliance Criteria and Application Rules applicable to the design of earthquake resistant bridges. (3) This Part primarily covers the seismic design of bridges in which the horizontal seismic actions are mainly resisted through bending of the piers or at the abutments; i.e. of bridges composed of vertical or nearly vertical pier systems supporting the traffic deck superstructure. It is also applicable to the seismic design of cable-stayed and arched bridges, although its provisions should not be considered as fully covering these cases. (4) Suspension bridges, timber and masonry bridges, moveable bridges and floating bridges are not included in the scope of this Part. (5) This Part contains only those provisions that, in addition to other relevant Eurocodes or relevant Parts of EN 1998, should be observed for the design of bridges in seismic regions. In cases of low seismicity, simplified design criteria may be established (see 2.3.7(1)). (6) The following topics are dealt with in the text of this Part: Basic requirements and Compliance Criteria, Seismic Action, Analysis, Strength Verification, Detailing. This Part also includes a special section on seismic isolation with provisions covering the application of this method of seismic protection to bridges. (7) Annex G contains rules for the calculation of capacity design effects. (8) Annex J contains rules regarding the variation of design properties of seismic isolator units and how such variation may be taken into account in design.

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.120.25 - Seismic and vibration protection; 93.040 - Bridge construction. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to kSIST FprEN 1998-2:2024, SIST EN 1998-2:2006. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

SIST EN 1998-2:2006/A1:2009 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2005-01-4408, 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/265. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2009
(YURNRG3URMHNWLUDQMHNRQVWUXNFLMQDSRWUHVQLKREPRþMLKGHO0RVWRYL
Eurocode 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance - Part 2: Bridges
Eurocode 8: Auslegung von Bauwerken gegen Erdbeben - Teil 2: Brücken
Eurocode 8: Calcul des structures pour leur résistance aux séismes - Partie 2: Ponts
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 1998-2:2005/A1:2009
ICS:
91.120.25 =DãþLWDSUHGSRWUHVLLQ Seismic and vibration
YLEUDFLMDPL protection
93.040 Gradnja mostov Bridge construction
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 1998-2:2005/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2009
ICS 91.120.25; 93.040
English Version
Eurocode 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance -
Part 2: Bridges
Eurocode 8: Calcul des structures pour leur résistance aux Eurocode 8: Auslegung von Bauwerken gegen Erdbeben -
séismes - Partie 2: Ponts Teil 2: Brücken
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 1998-2:2005; it was approved by CEN on 12 February 2009.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this
amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such
national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as the official
versions.
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worldwide for CEN national Members.

Foreword
This document (EN 1998-2:2005/A1:2009) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 250
"Structural Eurocodes", the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This Amendment to the European Standard EN 1998-2:2005 shall be given the status of a national
standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2009,
and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by March 2010.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus,
Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,
Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
1) In 1.6.6 Further symbols used in Section 7 and Annexes J, JJ and K of EN 1998-2
Add:
d maximum total displacement of each isolator unit i
m,i
d offset displacement of isolator i
G,i
2) In 7.5.2.4 Variability of properties of the isolator units
Replace (5) and (6) by:
(5) The nominal design properties of simple low-damping elastomeric bearings in accordance
with 7.5.2.3.3(5) and (6), may be assumed as follows:
− Shear modulus  G = α G
b g
NOTE: The value of α typically ranges from 1,1 to 1,4. The appropriate value is best determined by
testing of the device.
− where G is the value of the “apparent conventional shear modulus” in accordance with EN
g
1337-3:2005;
− Equivalent viscous damping ξ = 0,05
eff
(6) The variability of the design properties of simple low-damping elastomeric bearings, due
to ageing and temperature, may be limited to the value of G and assumed as follows:
b
− LBDPs G = G
b,min b
− UBDPs depend on the “minimum bearing temperature for seismic design” T (see J.1(2))
min,b
as follows:
o
- when T ≥ 0 C
min,b
G = 1,2 G
b,max b
o
- when T < 0 C
min,b
the value of G should correspond to T .
b,max min,b
o
NOTE: In the absence of relevant test results, the G value for T < 0 C may be obtained from G
b,max min,b b
adjusted regarding temperature and ageing in accordance with the λ values corresponding to K , specified in
max p
Tables JJ.1 and JJ.2.
3) In 7.5.4 Fundamental mode spectrum analysis
Replace (3) by:
(3) This leads to the results shown in Table 7.1 and Figure 7.4.
Table 7.1: Spectral acceleration S and design displacement d
e cd
T S d
eff e cd
T T
C eff
2,5 a Sη d
g eff C
T ≤ T < T
C eff D
T T
eff C
T T T
C D D
2,5 α Sη d
T ≤ T ≤ 4 s C
g
D eff eff
T T
eff C
where:
a = γ a (7.7)
g I g,R
and
0,625
d = a Sη T (7.8)
C eff C
2 g
π
The value of η should be taken from the expression
eff
0,10
η = ≥ 0,40 (7.9)
eff
0,05+ξ
eff
Maximum shear force
V = M S = K d (7.10)
d d e
eff cd
where:
S, T and T are parameters of the design spectrum depending on the ground type, in
C D
accordance with 7.4.1(1)P and EN 1998-1:2004, 3.2.2.2;
a is the design ground acceleration on type A ground corresponding to the importance
g
category of the bridge;
γ is the importance factor of the bridge; and
I
a is the reference design ground acceleration (corresponding to the reference return period).
g,R
Figure 7.4: Acceleration and displacement spectra
NOTE 1: The elastic response spectrum in EN 1998-1:2004, 3.2.2.2(1)P applies up to periods of 4 s. For
values of T longer than 4 s the elastic displacement response spectrum in EN 1998-1:2004, Annex A may
eff
be used and the elastic acceleration response spectrum may be derived from the elastic displacement
response spectrum by inverting expression (3.7) in EN 1998-1:2004. Nonetheless, isolated bridges with T
eff
> 4 s deserve special attention, due to their inherently low stiffness against any horizontal action.
NOTE 2: For a pier of height H with a displacement stiffness K (kN/m), supported by a foundation with
i si
translation stiffness K (kN/m), rotation stiffness K (kNm/rad), and carrying isolator unit i with effective
ti fi
stiffness K (kN/m), the composite stiffness K is (see Figure 7.5N):
bi eff,i
1 1 1 H
i
= + + + (7.11N)
K
K K K K
eff,i bi si fi
ti
F
i
The flexibility of the isolator and its relative displacement d = typically is much larger than the other
bi
K
bi
components of the superstructure displacement. For this reason the effective damping of the system depends
only on the sum of dissipated energies of the isolators, ΣE , and the relative displacement of the isolator is
Di
practically equal to the displacement of the superstructure at this point (d /d = K /K ≅ 1).
bi id eff,i bi
Key
A – Superstructure
B – Isolator i
C – Pier i
Figure 7.5N: Composite stiffness of pier and isolator i

4) In 7.6.2 Isolating system
Replace (1)P to (5) by:
(1)P The required increased reliability of the isolating system (see 7.3(4)P) shall be
implemented by designing each isolator i for increased design displacements d :
bi,a
d = γ d (7.19)
bi,a IS bi,d
where γ is an amplification factor that is applied only on the design seismic displacement d of
IS bi,d
each isolator i resulting from one of the procedures specified in 7.5.
If the spatial variability of the seismic action is accounted for through the simplified method of
3.3(4), (5), (6) and (7)P, the increased design displacements shall be estimated by application of
the rule of 3.3(7)P, where the displacements d due the inertia response determined in
bi,d
accordance with one of the methods in 7.5 shall be amplified in accordance with expression
(7.19) above, while those corresponding to the spatial variability determined in accordance with
3.3.(5) and (6), need not be amplified.
NOTE The value ascribed to γ for use in a country may be defined in its National Annex. The
IS
recommended value is γ = 1,50.
IS
(2)P The maximum total displacement of each isolator unit in each direction d shall be
m,i
verified from expression (7.19a) by adding to the above increased design seismic displacement,
the offset displacement d potentially induced by:
G,i
a) the permanent actions;
b) the long-term deformat
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