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How to build a suspension bridge
Contributed by: Simpson
  • 1. What is the primary structural component that carries the deck load in a suspension bridge?
A) Anchorages
B) Suspension Cables
C) Deck Girders
D) Towers
  • 2. What is the function of the towers in a suspension bridge?
A) Provide access for maintenance
B) Support the suspension cables
C) Directly support the deck
D) Anchor the suspension cables
  • 3. What is the purpose of anchorages in a suspension bridge?
A) Support the towers
B) Distribute weight evenly along the deck
C) Carry traffic load directly
D) Secure the ends of the suspension cables
  • 4. Which of the following materials is commonly used for suspension cables?
A) Concrete
B) Wood
C) Aluminum
D) High-strength steel wire
  • 5. What is the role of suspender cables (or hangers)?
A) Provide lateral stability
B) Connect the deck to the main cables
C) Support the towers
D) Anchor the main cables
  • 6. Why is aerodynamic stability important in suspension bridge design?
A) To increase the load capacity
B) To prevent wind-induced oscillations
C) To reduce the cost of construction
D) To improve the bridge's aesthetics
  • 7. What is one method used to improve aerodynamic stability?
A) Streamlined deck sections
B) Adding more lanes of traffic
C) Using heavier suspension cables
D) Increasing tower height
  • 8. What is a caisson?
A) A type of suspension cable
B) A type of tower support
C) A type of deck girder
D) A watertight structure used for underwater construction
  • 9. What is the first step in constructing a suspension bridge?
A) Constructing the foundations and anchorages
B) Building the deck
C) Erecting the towers
D) Installing the suspension cables
  • 10. How are the main suspension cables typically installed?
A) Building the cables in sections on the deck
B) Spinning individual wires across the span
C) Using helicopters to position the cables
D) Lifting pre-fabricated cables into place
  • 11. What is the purpose of cable spinning?
A) To improve the cable's aesthetic appearance
B) To prevent the cables from corroding
C) To construct the main cables from individual wires
D) To increase the cable's flexibility
  • 12. What is the function of stiffening trusses or girders?
A) To improve the bridge's aesthetic appearance
B) To distribute loads and prevent deck deformation
C) To provide a pathway for maintenance
D) To hold the suspension cables together
  • 13. What is the importance of tension in the suspension cables?
A) It keeps the towers from collapsing
B) It prevents the anchorages from moving
C) It makes the bridge look more impressive
D) It carries the weight of the deck and traffic
  • 14. Which of the following is a common type of anchorage?
A) Suspension cable anchorage
B) Concrete block anchorage
C) Steel cable anchorage
D) Wood pile anchorage
  • 15. What is the role of damping systems in suspension bridges?
A) To protect the bridge from corrosion
B) To increase the bridge's load capacity
C) To make the bridge more aesthetically pleasing
D) To reduce vibrations and oscillations
  • 16. What type of force primarily acts on the towers?
A) Compression
B) Torsion
C) Shear
D) Tension
  • 17. Which is NOT a factor when selecting a site for a suspension bridge?
A) Geological conditions
B) Proximity to tourist attractions
C) Width of the waterway
D) Soil stability
  • 18. What is the primary advantage of using a suspension bridge design?
A) Lower construction cost
B) Ability to span long distances
C) Higher load capacity
D) Faster construction time
  • 19. Why are suspension bridges often painted?
A) To reduce wind resistance
B) To protect the steel from corrosion
C) To improve the bridge's aesthetics
D) To make the bridge more visible
  • 20. What happens after the main cables and suspenders are installed?
A) The towers are reinforced
B) The deck sections are lifted into place
C) The anchorages are tested
D) The cables are painted
  • 21. Which of the following is most important during the design process?
A) Using the latest technology
B) Minimizing environmental impact (alone)
C) Comprehensive risk assessment
D) Mimicking other existing bridges
  • 22. What is a common method for protecting the suspension cables from corrosion?
A) Wrapping them in a protective coating
B) Applying heat
C) Exposing them to sunlight
D) Submerging them in water
  • 23. What is the role of a bridge engineer?
A) Operate heavy machinery during construction
B) Manage the bridge's finances
C) Paint and maintain the bridge
D) Design, analyze, and oversee the construction of the bridge
  • 24. Which of these design considerations will NOT affect the total length of the main cables?
A) Number of traffic lanes
B) Sag Ratio
C) Tower Height
D) Span length
  • 25. What is the Sag Ratio of a suspension bridge?
A) The ratio of the tower height to cable thickness
B) The ratio of the cable's sag to the main span's length
C) The ratio of main span length to tower height
D) The ratio of cable length to deck length
  • 26. What is the main advantage of a larger Sag Ratio?
A) Reduced tension in the main cable
B) Increased wind stability
C) Reduced tower height
D) Lower overall cost
  • 27. What does 'dead load' refer to in bridge engineering?
A) The weight of wind and snow
B) The weight of the traffic using the bridge
C) The weight of the bridge itself
D) The weight of construction equipment
  • 28. What is 'live load' in bridge engineering?
A) The weight of the bridge structure
B) The weight of traffic and other variable loads
C) The combined weight of the bridge and traffic
D) The weight of the suspension cables
  • 29. What is a common method for inspecting suspension bridges?
A) Ignoring maintenance and hoping for the best
B) Visual inspections and non-destructive testing
C) Demolishing and rebuilding sections regularly
D) Relying solely on automated sensors
  • 30. What is the most crucial aspect of suspension bridge maintenance?
A) Increasing the toll fees
B) Repainting the bridge every year
C) Regular inspection and repair of cables and anchorages
D) Adding more lanes to increase capacity
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