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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.

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bedrock

Construction; Bridge

The solid rock layer beneath sand or silt, especially in a river-bed.

truss

Construction; Bridge

In addition to classifying metal truss bridges by name, their form is further distinguished by the location of the bridge deck in relation to the top and bottom chords, and by their structural ...

web plate

Construction; Bridge

The plate forming the web element of a plate girder, built-up beam or column.

deflection

Construction; Bridge

The displacement of a structural member or system under load.

dead load

Construction; Bridge

The static load imposed by the weight of materials that make up the bridge structure itself.

suspension

Construction; Bridge

Legally halting a company or individuals ability to bid or participate in construction proceedings for a defined period of time.

u-bolt

Construction; Bridge

A bar bent in the shape of the letter "U" and fitted with threads and nuts at its ends.

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