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November 2024 Technical Session

Topic: Load Rating of DFW International Airport Taxiway Bridges for Jumbo Jet Aircraft Loads

Brief Abstract of Presentation:
Consor Engineers will present on the load rating of taxiway bridges at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport under various aircraft loads, including the largest passenger aircraft, the A380. The presentation will provide insights into the load rating process for non-vehicular bridges and highlight special considerations taken for this project. Key topics will include the analysis methodology, interpretation of LRFD specifications, and compliance with additional FAA guidelines.

Hyunsik Moon, P.E.
Consor Engineers, Dallas Bridge Group Lead

Mr. Moon currently serves as CONSOR’s Bridge Group Lead in Dallas, TX. Hyunsik has 16 years of experience in bridge design, inspection, load rating, and condition assessment.

Peter Kau, P.E.
Consor Engineers, AVP, Texas Bridge Design Technical Practice Manager

Mr. Kau has over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, currently serving as CONSOR’s TX Bridge Design Technical Practice Manager, overseeing all bridge design projects and operations in Texas.

Saurav Neupane, P.E., S.E.
Consor Engineers, Project Engineer

Mr. Neupane has 7 years of experience in bridge design and currently serves as a Project Engineer at Consor Engineers, specializing in complex bridge design and analysis.