Elastomeric Bearings

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 Acting as elastic connections between structural elements, elastomeric bearings are the most commonly used bearings. They allow the transmission of vertical forces, horizontal movements, structure rotation in any direction and horizontal forces within defined limits.  Elastomeric Bearings provided on individual supports to transfer vertical loads and non-seismic lateral loads and to accommodate imposed deformations and translations. Seismic actions in this case are transferred to substructure by separate structural connections (either monolithic or through pin/guide bearings) of the deck to other supporting members (piers or abutments).