Browsing: Engineering Mechanics

The bearing capacity of soil refers to the maximum load that can be applied to the soil without causing a shear failure or excessive foundation settlement.

An arch bridge is a type of bridge that utilizes arches to support the bridge’s weight and the traffic that passes over it.

It is a type of bridge that utilizes beams known as girders to support the weight of the bridge deck. The girders are made up of steel or concrete and are put perpendicular to the direction of the bridge.