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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.
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Simple span
Construction; Bridge
A span in which the effective length is the same as the length of the spanning structure. The spanning superstructure extends from one vertical support, abutment or pier to another without crossing ...
Main span
Construction; Bridge
The longest span in a multi-span bridge and located between the bridge's main piers or towers (supports). Bridges typically compared using main-span lengths, which do not account for the length of ...
Lattice
Construction; Bridge
An assembly of smaller pieces arranged in a gridlike pattern; sometimes used a decorative element or to form a truss of primarily diagonal members.
Suspension bridge
Construction; Bridge
A bridge which carries its deck with many tension members attached to cables draped over tower piers.
Tied arch
Construction; Bridge
An arch that has a tension member across its base connecting one end to the other.
Shear
Construction; Bridge
A force that causes parts of a material to slide past one another in opposite directions.
Fatigue
Construction; Bridge
Cause of structural deficiencies, usually due to repetitive loading over time.
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