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Is it tension or compression that strengthens an arch that supports the load?
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∙ 13y ago
compression: the keystone in particular is under rather high compression forces.
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What about different kinds of arches used in architecture?
There are three different configurations of arches including the fixed arch, the two-hinged arch, and the three-hinged arch. These configurations determine how stable the arch will be. Types of arches include the triangular arch, semi-circular arch, segmental arch, rampart round arch, lancet arch, equilateral pointed arch, and jack arch. Additional types of arches include the trefoil arch, horseshoe arch, three-centered arch, elliptical arch, inflexed arch, ogee arch, reverse ogee arch, Tudor arch, and parabolic arch.
What is an arch bridge weakness?
an arch bridge weakness is not having enough streanth to hold up the middle
Why are tunnels round?
It is all about the arch. Throughout the history of building people figured out that an arch is the strongest form of support for a doorway or tunnel. The reason is that any weight on the arch is all directed to the middle so that the entire arch is helping to support the weight. If you have a straight line roof, weight at the center is supported only at the area that is in contact with the weight.
When an arch is extended overhead into a half cylinder it is known as?
barrel vault
What is the longest Arch Bridge in the US?
I think it's the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia.
What are the forces of an arch bridge?
Tension and Compression
What are the similarities and differences between beam and arch bridges?
Arch bridge: the span beam of bridge is the shape of an arch & the load is diverted in compressive method. Beam bridge: the shape of beam span is of simply supported or continuous. here the load is diverted through bending compression method.
Is the tower bridge tension or compresion?
Arch bridges are always under compression. The force of compression is pushed outward along the curve of the arch toward the abutments.The natural curve of the arch and its ability to dissipate the force outward greatly reduces the effects of tension on the underside of the arch. The greater the degree of curvature (the larger the semicircle of the arch), however, the greater the effects of tension on the underside.Therefore, if the arch is a perfect circle, the tension is negligible.
Why are Arch bridges made of stone?
It's all about compression and tension. Compression is the force pushing in on an object. If you sit in a chair your weight is a compressive force on the chair. Tension is the force pulling on an object. If you hang from a rope your weight puts the rope in tension. Stone is very strong under compression but can break easily under tension. An arch bridge only has compression forces within it so stone is a good material for an arch bridge.
What type of forces are directed through the arch?
i think its tension compression or shear or torsion
What forces act upon arch bridges?
Tension and compression are the two forces that act upon a bridge.
What are the forces that act on an arch bridge?
The arch bridge spreads load (the weight of the bridge and the traffic on it) from the deck to the abutments (the supports at each end) and into the ground. This creates a lot of compressions.
How does a arch bridge use compression?
An arch bridge uses compression to hold itself together
Whats a good brand for arch supports?
There aren't that many companies that make arch supports. Some of the most commonly found brands, with a selection of arch supports would be Birkenstock, Dr. Scholl's, Mueller and Mizano.
What shoes have the best arch supports?
vans
When an arch is used to support a wall over two pillars where does tension occur?
When an arch is used to support a wall over two pillars, tension does not occur.
What is the comparison between common arch and inverted arch?
The "inverted arch" is used when a sideways, or inward load, is to be resisted. The "common arch" supports a vertical load.
