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What is the name of the oldest bridge that is still working?
I believe it is the Clifton Suspension bridge in Bristol, which was built by I K Brunel (who built the first suspension bridge) completed in 1864 using chains from Hungerford bridge which he had also built. Actually the Menai suspension bridge, which crosses the Menai Straits between mainland North Wales and the Isle of Anglesey, was built by Thomas Telford and completed in 1826. So that would make it a lot earlier than the Clifton bridge.
Why was the suspension bridge changed by the use of metal?
It can carry heavier cargo!!!!!
Which type of bridge can span the longest distance?
The Suspension bridge is usually the longest type of bridge in the world. That's the bridge that has two tall towers, and cables linking the towers, and from the cables are wires that hold up the bridge. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA is a famous suspension bridge.
What kind of materials do you use to make a suspension bridge that is kind of a toy?
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What two technical advancements made the building of the Brooklyn bridge possible?
The Brooklyn Bridge was the first suspension bridge to use steel for its cable wire and the first to use pneumatic caissons.
How was the suspension bridge changed by the use of metal?
The could be made longer and stronger. (learn to use grammar fag)
How does a suspension bridge keep itself from moving?
A suspension bridge does move. Over the course of history engineers have implemented the use of different materials so suspension bridges are not as "wobbly", but they still move. They also have parts called rockers which are locked in between the truss and the arches. This keeps the bridge from being to stiff and helps release some of the stress.
Can you use wire to support a bridge?
Yes. They're called suspension bridges. The Golden Gate Bridge outside San Francisco is one of them. The suspension cables are made out of wire. Very thick wire but wire non the less.
What is the strongest bridge Arch Beam Suspension Truss or Trestle?
well, for my opinion, i think a suspension bridge why: because for of all the cables support the roadway and the two towers looking things at the bottom also supports while for the truss bridge it is only trusses. and if you building a bridge then it depends on what and how you use to build it. good luck!
What type of bridge can cross the greatest distance?
Judging by their use for crossing the greatest distances and status as the worlds longest bridges I would say the suspension bridge.
A bridge that uses a series of triangular frames is called a?
Many bridges that use these triangular frames(trusses)are suspension bridges. Like the Mid Hudson bridge for example. Some suspension bridges have their trusses placed below their decks so there is less veiw obstruction. The Mid Hudson bridge and the Whitestone bridge have their trusses placed above their decks and that's why you can see them when driving over them.
What is the best shape to use for a bridge?
triangleANS 2 - There is no 'best shape' - each bridge is designed for a particular place and can be almost any kind of construction.
