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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.

Navigation span

Construction; Bridge

The part of a bridge with maximum clearance for shipping.

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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