Bridge Substructure Components Design Quiz

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What type of movement does an omni directional moveable bearing permit?

  • Vertical movement only
  • Rotational movement without translational motion
  • Rotational and translational movement (correct)
  • Horizontal movement only

What is the primary function of abutments in a bridge?

  • To ensure stability through vertical support
  • To provide foundational support and resist lateral forces (correct)
  • To carry loads from the superstructure to the foundation
  • To facilitate rotational movement

Where are piers typically constructed in a bridge?

  • On the foundation of the bridge
  • At the center of the bridge
  • In water bodies or elevated terrain (correct)
  • At the ends of the bridge

What is the purpose of a foundation in a building or bridge?

<p>To distribute forces to prevent settlement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a bridge is designed to ensure stability and structural integrity?

<p>Foundation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of an expansion bearing with a pin and curved surface?

<p>Facilitates both rotational and translational movements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do abutments resist lateral forces in a bridge?

<p>By providing vertical foundational support (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which geological environments are piers typically constructed?

<p>Water bodies or elevated terrain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key function of caisson foundations in supporting structures?

<p>To distribute loads from the superstructure to the foundation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is characteristic of a movable bearing facilitating horizontal movement?

<p>Horizontal movement through single or multiple rollers for reduced friction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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