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(Based on Glossary of Bridge Terminology; Chapter LXXX of J.A.L. Waddell's Bridge Engineering (New York: Wiley, 1916)) |
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The upward curvature of a span above its nominal position. | The upward curvature of a span above its nominal position. Typically used to offset deflection due to dead loads. | ||
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Revision as of 01:38, 5 December 2006
The upward curvature of a span above its nominal position. Typically used to offset deflection due to dead loads.