1.10.2 - Brooklyn Bridge, USA (1883)
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What materials were used in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge?
💡 Hint: Think about common materials in large construction projects.
What is tensile testing?
💡 Hint: Consider how engineers ensure materials can hold weight.
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What is a key material used for the cables in the Brooklyn Bridge?
💡 Hint: Consider what materials are strong enough for heavy loads.
The use of redundant structural systems in engineering enhances what?
💡 Hint: Think about how backup plans work.
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Considering the engineering practices applied to the Brooklyn Bridge, propose how modern engineering might evolve by learning from past structures.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how innovations can borrow from the proven designs of the past.
Analyze how the incorporation of redundant systems in a bridge design can prevent catastrophic failures. Discuss potential scenarios.
💡 Hint: Think of how backup systems work in everyday safety nets.
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