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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.
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haunch
Construction; Bridge
The enlarged part of a beam near its supported ends that results in increased strength; visible as the curved or angled bottom edge of a beam.
pre-cast girder
Construction; Bridge
Girder is fabricated off-site Portland cement using reinforcing steel and post -tensioning cables. These girders are shipped to the construction site by truck and hoisted into place by cranes.
diversion channel
Construction; Bridge
A bypass created to divert water around a structure so that construction can take place.
full-depth replacement of concrete deck
Construction; Bridge
A technique used to restore the structural integrity and rideability of distressed concrete pavement. It involves removing the deteriorated concrete down to the base, repairing the base, and ...
cast iron
Construction; Bridge
A brittle alloy with high carbon content: high compressive strength, low tensile strength.
voussoir arch
Construction; Bridge
An arrangement of wedge shaped blocks set to form an arched bridge.
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