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Suspension Bridge ◉

A "stiffening girder" or truss is usually added along the deck to prevent twisting and swaying caused by heavy loads and wind. Advantages

Massive concrete blocks embedded at both ends of the bridge, securing the main cables into the ground. Key Engineering Principles suspension bridge

Capable of achieving longer spans than any other bridge type. A "stiffening girder" or truss is usually added