bridge bearing types

Comprehensive Guide to Types and Functions of Bridge Bearings

Bridge bearings play a crucial role in the structural integrity and functionality of bridges. These devices, installed between the bridge’s substructure and superstructure, are designed to transfer applied loads—including seismic, wind, traffic, and self-weight loads—while accommodating movements such as rotation and translation. Bridge bearings are categorized into expansion bearings, which allow both translational and rotational […]

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