Movable Bridge Engineering

This new reference work addresses both the maintenance and theupkeep of existing movable bridges, as well as the complete designof new movable bridges. Comprehensive coverage is provided onengineering design and actual construction technology used inbuilding all major types of bridges, including all structuralissues and relevant mechanical and electrical systems used to makesuch bridges functional.
Includes coverage of vertical lift, swing, and bascule bridges forboth highway and railway usage
Offers valuable guidance on operation, maintenance, inspection, andrehabilitation of moveable bridges