Curved Bearings in Bridge Construction
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What is the main function of a curved bearing?

  • To accommodate lateral loads only
  • To accommodate rotational displacements only
  • To accommodate rotations about any axis (correct)
  • To accommodate vertical loads only

    • What is a merit of curved bearings in terms of maintenance?

  • Limited maintenance required (correct)
  • Intermediate maintenance required
  • High maintenance required
  • No maintenance required

    • What is the main advantage of using spherical bearings in bridge construction?

  • They require limited maintenance
  • They are suitable for structures supporting high vertical loads
  • They are cost-effective and easily replaceable
  • They can accommodate large rotational displacements (correct)

    • Which factor makes curved bearings suitable for bridges susceptible to large turning angles and high torsion forces?

    <p>Greater rotation capability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a demerit of curved bearings according to the text?

    <p>Corrosion of the stainless steel sliding plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of surface enables large tilting angles with little resistance?

    <p>Spherical surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are curved bearings suitable for bridges susceptible to large turning angles and high torsion forces?

    <p>They allow greater rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a demerit of curved bearings according to the text?

    <p>Wear of Teflon lubrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using Teflon in curved bearings?

    <p>To reduce friction between the convex and concave surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes curved bearings suitable for structures supporting high vertical loads and frequent high displacements?

    <p>Limited maintenance required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of surface enables large tilting angles with little resistance in curved bearings?

    <p>Spherical surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are spherical bearings designed for very high vertical, horizontal, and lateral loads?

    <p>Due to their ability to rotate about any axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes curved bearings suitable for bridges susceptible to large turning angles and high torsion forces?

    <p>Their ability to accommodate large rotational displacements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a demerit of curved bearings according to the text?

    <p>Wear of Teflon lubrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are curved bearings suitable for structures supporting high vertical loads and frequent high displacements?

    <p>They allow greater rotation which makes them suitable for such structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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