There are different types of movable bridges used for the passage of vessels and ships underway. Advantages and disadvantage of these bridges are discussed.
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Types of Movable Bridges and their Construction Details
Movable bridges are designed and constructed to change its position and shapes to permit passage of vessels and boats in waterway. Types of movable bridges and their details are discussed.
Components Parts of a Bridge – Concrete and Steel Bridges Parts and Details
Various components and parts of a bridge such as superstructure, substructure, bearings of concrete and steel bridges, their types, importance, functions are discussed.
Seismic Retrofitting of Bridge Abutments -Methods and Details
Two types of abutments used in bridge construction, monolithic and seat type. Methods and details of seismic retrofitting of bridge abutments are discussed.
Weep Holes in Retaining Walls -Types, Functions and When it is Required
Weep holes are provided in masonry walls, retaining walls, underpasses, wing walls and other ground draining structure. Functions and need of weep holes.
Types of Marine Structures – Their Construction Details and Uses
There are different types of marine structures constructed for various purposes. Construction and uses of these types of marine structures is discussed.
Performance of Cable Supported Bridges During Earthquakes
Cable supported bridges perform better during earthquakes compared to other types of bridges. Performance of various types of cable supported bridges during earthquake is discussed.
Stability Evaluation of Gravity Concrete Structures -Dams and Retaining Walls
Stability evaluation of gravity concrete structures such as dams, retaining walls due to various reasons with methods and procedures of stability evaluation is discussed. Stability Evaluation of Gravity Concrete Structures Stability evaluation of concrete gravity structures such as dams and ...