Materials
Vocab
Fun Facts
Explain the Bridges
Basics of Beam Bridges
100
What materials are used to create a Beam Bridge?
Reformulated concrete, and composite materials like fiber,steel,and prestressed materials.
100
Define a Beam Bridge.
A beam bridge is the most basic type of bridge. It is a platform or ‘bridge deck’ that is supported at both ends.
100
Who was used to measure the Harvard bridge?
Oliver Smoot
100
Harvard Bridge over the Charles River
100
What are the basic characteristics of Beam bridges?
Light, strong, and durable.
200
Why are strong materials used?
To hold heavy loads.
200
Define torsion.
The force of twisting.
200
What is the longest bridge in the US?
Lake Ponchartrain Causeway Bridge
200
Describe the Aizhai Beam Bridge.
It is 512 ft high with a 475 foot span.
It is located in Jishou, Hunan, China.
200
Where do most Beam bridges find their support?
At each ends or underneath it.
300
What is an examples of reformulated material used in beam bridges?
Concrete.
300
Composite definetion?
Made up of parts or elements.
300
Are beam bridges used for long distances or short distances?
Short distances.
300
Name a popular beam bridge in Scituate.
Peggotty Bridge.
300
Where are beam bridges most likely found?
Over water or highways.