The document provides an overview of bridge engineering, detailing various types of bridges such as beam, arch, truss, suspension, and cable-stayed. It also outlines the different load types that bridges must accommodate, including dead loads, live loads, wind, seismic, and temperature. Additionally, it mentions that the AASHTO LRFD design code is commonly used for highway bridges.
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Bridge Engineering Overview
The document provides an overview of bridge engineering, detailing various types of bridges such as beam, arch, truss, suspension, and cable-stayed. It also outlines the different load types that bridges must accommodate, including dead loads, live loads, wind, seismic, and temperature. Additionally, it mentions that the AASHTO LRFD design code is commonly used for highway bridges.