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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.
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Web plate
Construction; Bridge
The plate forming the web element of a plate girder, built-up beam or column.
Truss
Construction; Bridge
In addition to classifying metal truss bridges by name, their form is further distinguished by the location of the bridge deck in relation to the top and bottom chords, and by their structural ...
Footing
Construction; Bridge
The enlarged lower portion of the substructure or foundation that rests directly on the soil, bedrock or piles; usually below grade and not visible.
Welded joint
Construction; Bridge
A joint in which the assembled elements and members are united through fusion of metal.
Pre-tensioning
Construction; Bridge
The method of making prestressed concrete with steel strands under tension as the concrete sets.
