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Which characteristic of beam bridges MOST significantly affects their strength?
Which characteristic of beam bridges MOST significantly affects their strength?
- The color of paint used on the beams.
- The material used in construction (steel vs. concrete).
- The manufacturing process of the I-beams.
- The distance between its supports. (correct)
What is a primary advantage of truss bridges compared to simple beam bridges?
What is a primary advantage of truss bridges compared to simple beam bridges?
- They are less susceptible to wind instability.
- They are easier to manufacture due to the lack of hot rolling processes.
- They always allow the roadway to pass over the structure.
- They can incorporate features of arch bridges for increased strength over distance. (correct)
In an arch bridge, what is the role of the abutments?
In an arch bridge, what is the role of the abutments?
- To join smaller arches together for greater height.
- To redistribute weight force from the center of the arch outwards. (correct)
- To support the roadway directly above the arch.
- To provide clearance beneath the bridge.
Which of the following factors MOST directly influences the rise (height) of an arch bridge?
Which of the following factors MOST directly influences the rise (height) of an arch bridge?
What is a significant limitation of suspension bridges, particularly early designs using natural materials?
What is a significant limitation of suspension bridges, particularly early designs using natural materials?
A bridge designer needs to build a bridge across a wide river where strong winds are common. Considering the information provided, which two bridge types might present the MOST significant challenges?
A bridge designer needs to build a bridge across a wide river where strong winds are common. Considering the information provided, which two bridge types might present the MOST significant challenges?
Which bridge type relies MOST on transferring weight outwards to abutments?
Which bridge type relies MOST on transferring weight outwards to abutments?
A bridge is required to span a long distance, and the design must incorporate triangular shapes for reinforcement. Which type of bridge would be MOST suitable?
A bridge is required to span a long distance, and the design must incorporate triangular shapes for reinforcement. Which type of bridge would be MOST suitable?
If a bridge design requires that the roadway may pass either over or through the structure, which type of bridge would be MOST appropriate?
If a bridge design requires that the roadway may pass either over or through the structure, which type of bridge would be MOST appropriate?
A bridge engineer is considering materials for constructing a beam bridge. Which of the following material combinations is MOST commonly used?
A bridge engineer is considering materials for constructing a beam bridge. Which of the following material combinations is MOST commonly used?
Flashcards
Beam Bridge
Beam Bridge
Uses I-beams, often made of steel or concrete, but its strength decreases as support distance increases.
Truss Bridge
Truss Bridge
Uses triangular shapes for strength, with designs like Howe and Warren. Roadway can pass over or through.
Arch Bridge
Arch Bridge
Redistributes weight from the center outwards to abutments. Can be stacked for greater heights.
Suspension Bridge
Suspension Bridge
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Abutments
Abutments
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Arch Bridge Rise Factors
Arch Bridge Rise Factors
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Study Notes
- Beam bridges are simple in design, often using I-beams made of steel or concrete.
- I-beams are manufactured easily by hot rolling processes.
- In beam bridges, strength decreases as support distance increases.
Truss Bridges
- Truss bridges are recognized by their triangular design.
- Howe and Warren trusses are common variations.
- A key advantage is that the roadway can pass over or through the structure.
- Truss bridges use arch bridge features to maximize strength over distance.
Arch Bridges
- The rise of an arch bridge depends on span, clearance, and ground conditions.
- Weight force is redistributed from the arch's center to the abutments.
- Smaller arches can be joined or stacked for greater heights or distances.
- Steel and reinforced concrete are the main materials used in arch bridges.
Suspension Bridges
- Suspension bridges were among the earliest types, originally using natural materials.
- They can be unstable in the wind.
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