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Suspension Bridge

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Bridge that has cables suspended between towers that hold up the deck. This type is good for long spans such as in the case of river crossings.

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Beam Bridge

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A horizontal structure supported at each end by piers. Mainly used for short to medium spans and is one of the simplest bridge types.

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Arch Bridge

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Bridge with abutments at each end shaped as a curved arch. Often used for overpasses and when there is a need to preserve the natural beauty of a landscape.

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Bascule Bridge

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Also known as a drawbridge, it features a movable deck that can be raised and lowered using counterweights. Ideal for river crossings with ship traffic.

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Bailey Bridge

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Another type of portable, pre-fabricated truss bridge, similar to the Acrow bridge, but specifically designed during World War II for military use and now also for civilian purposes.

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Covered Bridge

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Traditional wooden bridge with a roof and enclosed sides. Used primarily for pedestrian or light vehicular traffic, adding aesthetic and historical value to the location.

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Movable Bridge

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Features a deck that moves to allow boat traffic to pass. Types include bascule, lift, and swing bridges. Suitable for busy waterways requiring tall ship access.

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Tied-arch Bridge

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Arches are restrained at the ends by tension members. It doesn't exert horizontal thrust on the support structures, making it suitable for locations that cannot support large horizontal forces.

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Stressed Ribbon Bridge

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Features a slender deck with tight, straight cables directly supporting it, often for pedestrian use. The design provides an aesthetically pleasing low-profile structure.

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Point-supported Bridge

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Uses columns or piers to support the deck at discrete points. It is commonly employed in the construction of flyovers and urban overpasses.

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Transporter Bridge

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Features a suspended gondola or platform which transports vehicles and passengers across a river or canal. Suitable when there is a need to avoid interfering with traffic on the waterway.

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Cantilever Bridge

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Constructed using cantilevers, which are horizontal structures supported on only one end. Used in locations where a central support would be impractical.

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Viaduct

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Long bridge composed of multiple small spans. Great for crossing over valleys or other terrain where the construction of large piers is possible.

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Integral Bridge

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The substructure and superstructure are integrated without any joints. This type is good for durability and ease of maintenance, commonly used for small to medium spans.

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Trestle Bridge

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Supported by a network of towers or piers laid out in a repetitive pattern. This type is often employed for railroads over valleys, streams, and gorges.

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Pedestrian Bridge

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Designed exclusively for pedestrians and sometimes cyclists. Commonly used in urban areas to safely cross over busy roads or natural obstacles.

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Extradosed Bridge

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Combines elements of both cable-stayed and pre-stressed concrete girder bridges, with the towers not being as tall as those of cable-stayed bridges. Suitable for spans where a full cable-stayed bridge may not be necessary.

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Continuous Span Bridge

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Without intermediate supports within the spans, this bridge type uses materials flexibly and efficiently. Ideal for medium-span applications like highway overpasses.

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Floating Bridge

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Made of pontoons or barges that support the bridge deck. Best suited for short spans across water bodies where anchoring is possible.

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Acrow Bridge

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A portable, pre-fabricated truss bridge designed for temporary use, commonly in military and emergency scenarios to provide quick assembly over gaps.

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Double-decker Bridge

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Characterized by two levels, typically with vehicles on one level and trains or pedestrians on another. Useful in dense urban areas where space is limited.

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Cable-stayed Bridge

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Features one or more towers from which cables support the bridge deck. A balance between simplicity and aesthetics, suitable for medium to large spans.

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Stress-Ribbon Bridge

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Has a narrow deck and is supported by tensioned cables running directly alongside the deck. This type of bridge provides an aesthetic solution with minimal environmental impact.

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Truss Bridge

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Comprises a structural network of triangles that support the bridge. This design uses materials efficiently and is suitable for various applications including road and rail.

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Living Root Bridge

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Constructed from the aerial roots of living trees, mainly the rubber fig tree. These bridges are sustainable and integrate completely with the surrounding ecology.

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Rainbow Bridge

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Characterized by large arches forming a shape reminiscent of a rainbow. Often chosen for their strong visual impact and to serve as a landmark.

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Timber Bridge

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Built primarily with wood, they are among the oldest types of bridges and are valued for their environmental friendliness and aesthetic appeal.

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3D Printed Bridge

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Produced using three-dimensional printing technology, often from metal or concrete. Focused on innovative design, material efficiency, and reduction in labor.

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Steel Girder Bridge

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Utilizes steel beams that support the bridge's deck. This bridge type is commonplace on highways due to its strength and ease of construction..

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Network Arch Bridge

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A type of tied-arch bridge where the ties between the arches and the deck create a network pattern. It allows for a longer span with less material.

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