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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.
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Flutter
Construction; Bridge
Self-induced harmonic motion. A self-excited aerodynamic instability that can grow to very large amplitudes of vibrations.
Column
Construction; Bridge
A verticle structural member that transfers dead and live load from the bridge deck and girders to the footings or shafts.
Cast in place
Construction; Bridge
Concrete poured within form work on site to create a structural element in its final position.
Welded joint
Construction; Bridge
A joint in which the assembled elements and members are united through fusion of metal.
Box girder
Construction; Bridge
A support beam that is a hollow box; its cross-section is a rectangle or square.
Damping
Construction; Bridge
The action of reducing the vibration of an object. This tends to return the vibrating object to its original position.
Deck bridge
Construction; Bridge
A bridge in which the supporting members are all beneath the roadway.
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