A probabilistic approach of the behavior of restricted bearings of railway bridge decks. Assessment of the load increase as a function of the stiffness and tolerances

In the case of railway viaducts, it is necessary to coerce longitudinal deck displacements by means of restricted bearings that resist the forces of braking and traction. The functionality of this type of bearings, especially pot bearings, may lead to a limitation of its tolerances. Nevertheless, the tolerances in these...