Parametric Optimization of Slab Frame Bridges Considering Investment Cost, Environmental Impact and Buildability
Paper in proceeding, 2023

This paper presents research performed on set-based multi-criteria optimization for the preliminary design of slab frame bridges. As a result of immense CO2 emissions emerging from concrete production, there is a need for optimization methods decreasing the volume of concrete without affecting the function of the structure. Previous research suggests a general correlation between CO2 footprint- and cost reduction, due to minimized material use. However, the aspect of buildability may conflict with lessened material, as optimized designs might simultaneously be less buildable. This research aimed to develop an optimization method with respect to the investment cost and environmental impact while also considering buildability cost aspects. The optimization algorithm shows the possibilities of reducing the environmental impact by up to 13.7% for a slightly increased cost of 2.3%. Thus, by implementing optimization procedures in the early stages of the planning process the holistic cost effects related to green solutions can be presented, favoring the choice of sustainable designs amongst clients during tendering procedures.

Author

Felicia Bergenram

Skanska

Sigrid Ulander

Chalmers, Industrial and Materials Science, Material and Computational Mechanics

Rasmus Rempling

Chalmers, Architecture and Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Alexander Kjellgren

Skanska

Helén Broo

Chalmers, Architecture and Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Procedia Computer Science

18770509 (eISSN)

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Driving Forces

Sustainable development

Innovation and entrepreneurship

Areas of Advance

Building Futures (2010-2018)

Subject Categories

Civil Engineering

Computational Mathematics

Construction Management

Infrastructure Engineering

Environmental Analysis and Construction Information Technology

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