What are the advantages and disadvantages of an arch bridge?

Answer 1

Disadvantage: An arch bridge requires a very stable foundation. The bridge diverts the

tension exerted on it onto the foundations on either side of the bridge.

Advantage: It is an economical way to traverse small distances and is able to cope with

bending forces

Answer 2

that the capacity of the beam bridge sags or droops between the piers

that the capacity of the beam bridge will sag or droop between the piers if its over capacitated

and that's about it

Answer 3

Circles are the strongest natural shape, this bridge is not affected by the strains of tension, and the shape naturally distributes weight to the ground. Unfortunatly, arch bridges cannot span large distances (no more that 800 feet), otherwise they are overcome by the weight, because the angle of the arch required is not great enough to support it.

Answer 4

Advantage: They are good for long distances

Answer 5

the advanages of a arch bridge is that it can be really good and strong and the disadvantages of a arch bridge can be that it can cost you a lot of money

Answer 6

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