Strut and Tie Method (STM) | AASHTO LRFD | NHI Example | SAP2000 Tutorial | Bridge Pier Cap Design

In this video, you'll learn how to design a bridge pier cap using the *Strut-and-Tie Method (STM)* in accordance with *AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications**. The tutorial follows a **National Highway Institute (NHI)* design example and demonstrates how to model, analyze, and interpret the results using **SAP2000**. Whether you're a bridge engineer, structural engineer, or civil engineering student, this step-by-step tutorial will help you understand the fundamentals of STM and its practical application in bridge engineering. 📚 *What you'll learn:* Introduction to the Strut-and-Tie Method (STM) When STM should be used in bridge design AASHTO LRFD requirements for STM NHI bridge pier cap design example SAP2000 modeling and analysis Identification of struts, ties, and nodes Load path development Design checks and interpretation of results Practical bridge engineering tips and common mistakes 👷 *Who this video is for:* Bridge Engineers Structural Engineers Civil Engineering Students Graduate Engineers PE Exam Candidates Anyone interested in reinforced concrete bridge design If you found this tutorial helpful, please *Like**, **Subscribe**, and **Share* the video. More bridge engineering tutorials on AASHTO LRFD, SAP2000, reinforced concrete design, and real-world bridge projects are coming soon. 💬 Have questions or topics you'd like me to cover? Leave a comment below! #BridgeEngineering #StructuralEngineering #CivilEngineering #AASHTOLRFD #SAP2000 #StrutAndTie #STM #PileCap #PierCap #ConcreteDesign #BridgeDesign #EngineeringEducation #NHI #StructuralDesign #BridgeEngineer