16.4.2 - Cable-Stayed and Suspension Bridges
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Practice Questions
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What is cable tensioning?
💡 Hint: Think about why cables are important in a bridge.
Name one advantage of robotic crawlers.
💡 Hint: Consider the safety of inspectors.
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What is the primary function of cable tensioning?
💡 Hint: Think about why cables are critical for support.
True or False: Robotic crawlers can perform inspections on vertical structures.
💡 Hint: Recall the capabilities of robotic crawlers.
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As a bridge engineer, you are tasked with designing a new cable-stayed bridge. Describe how you would implement robotic systems for cable tensioning and inspection.
💡 Hint: Consider the benefits of automation in maintaining structural integrity.
Analyze the potential risks of not using robotics in the construction of suspension bridges.
💡 Hint: Think about the risks associated with human error versus robotic precision.
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