Construction+Features+of+Bridges

When constructing bridges, engineers frequently combine different features of different bridges. Some of the most commonly used features of bridges are:

Truss  Definition:   The definition of a truss is a ridge's frame work, such as wooden beams or metal bars, designed to support a structure. Trusses are usually triangles. Uses:  The use of trusses are to strengthen different parts of bridges by connecting it to other parts of the same bridge. This makes the bridge stronger by distributing the force of the load across the bridge for every truss to support it. Images: This is an example of a truss bridge and different trusses used for bridges- Column Definition: The definition of a column is a rigid, relatively slender upright support composed of relatively few pieces.

Uses : The use of columns is to support relatively short bridges from underneath the crossbeam.

Images: Here are some examples of how columns are used in bridges-

Lamination  Definition: The definition of lamination is layers of materials compressed into thick sheets of metal, or wood that are used in bridges.

Uses: The use of lamination is to strengthen a bridge or protect it from harmful things like heavy weather. The layers of the material help to keep the bridge up from the load.

Images: This is an example of lamination being used in the building of a bridge-

Corrugation  Definition:   The definition of corrugation is the process of adding grooves and ridges into the arch underneath the crossbeam of a bridge. Uses: Corrugation is used in bridges to strengthen the bridge by making it harder to fold or bend. This is done by bending or grooving the material used to make the bridge which, in fact, is the process of corrugation. Images:  These are some examples of corrugated bridges-