Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, a structural engineer, explains the various types of bridges, including suspension, cable-stayed, arch, truss, cantilever, and movable bridges, detailing their unique structural elements and the forces they must withstand. He also discusses the importance of material selection, design considerations, and maintenance practices to ensure the longevity and safety of these critical infrastructures.

This chapter discusses the various types of bridges, their design considerations, and the forces they must withstand. Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, a structural engineer, explains how different bridge components experience tension and compression forces.

The chapter discusses the advantages and design principles of cable-stayed bridges, highlighting notable examples such as the Millau Viaduct and Langkawi Sky Bridge. It also explores the hybrid nature of the Brooklyn Bridge and the resilience of the Golden Gate Bridge in earthquake-prone areas.

The chapter discusses various types of bridges and the materials used to construct them, focusing on pre-stressed concrete beams, cantilever bridges, truss bridges, and arch bridges. It explains the structural principles behind each type, including how they handle tension, compression, and bending moments, and provides examples of notable bridges.

The chapter explores various unique and innovative bridge designs, including the Gateshead Millennial Bridge, the Rolling Bridge, and the Tower Bridge. It highlights their distinct structural features and mechanisms, such as rotating semicircles, hydraulic joints, and combined suspension and drawbridge elements, demonstrating different methods of load transfer and movement to accommodate waterway traffic.