In this paper, the peak impact factor response spectrum is verified through finite element (FE) analysis using a simply supported bridge. The FE model is a slab bridge designed with 4 m width and 8 m length. The FE analysis is applied on the bridge modeled with 2D frame and 3D solid. By considering 5% damping ratio, the peak impact factors of the FE models and the response spectrum are compared. From the results, a very small difference of about 1.5% is found between the FE models and the response spectrum.

In this paper, the effect of selection of response parameters such as deck displacement and supporting moment on impact factor of open spandrel-concrete deck arch bridge is investigated by using a finite element analysis. In the result, under the vehicle loads passing the bridge from left to right direction, the highest value of impact factor develops when the supporting reaction moment at the far end (right end) of arch rib is selected.