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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.
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Gradient of stress
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The theoretically uniform change from purely compressive forces along the top of a beam to purely tensile along the bottom.
Concrete
Construction; Bridge
A mixture of water, sand, stone, and a binding element which hardens to a rock-like consistency.
Entablature
Construction; Bridge
In Classical architecture, the element that rests upon the capitals of the columns.
Tenon
Construction; Bridge
A projecting piece of a member that fits into a mortise cut in another to form a joint.
Cantilever bridge
Construction; Bridge
A bridge with rigid arms extending from both sides of a base, the inner ones usually supporting a central span.
Yield
Construction; Bridge
Permanent deformation that a metal piece takes when it is stressed beyond the elastic limit.
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