Abstract:In this paper, combined with the engineering practice, the numerical analysis method is proposed to study the mechanical characteristics of the hidden cover beam, which has reference significance in similar projects. Through the comparative analysis of the Midas Civil beam element model and the Midas FEA full bridge solid element model, the following conclusions can be drawn: (1) The overall modeling of FEA can effectively simulate the stress situation of the cover beam. (2) There is a stress concentration at the junction of the small box girder and the hidden cover beam, resulting in a large main tensile stress. The design should ensure the integrity of the longitudinal reinforcement of the small box beam and reduce the weakening of the structure by the prestressed slotting of the hidden cover beam. (3) Due to the embedded effect of the side pier hidden cover beam, the positive bending moment of the side span is reduced, and the prestressed tendons of the side span small box beam can be appropriately reduced in the design.