The Great 9th Bridge Project
During the bridge project we had to create a bridge using only balsa wood and glue. I also worked on the bridge report in which I talked about the Felkirk Bridge which is the only rotating bridge in the world. After finishing building the bridge we had to see how much weight our bridge could resist. My bridge resisted 80 pounds with out breaking.
Bridge Reflection
One of the hardest parts of building the bridge was making sure that we cute the wood perfectly. If the piece didn't fit it would not stick together as easy as it would have. One of the easiest part of the project was making sure that all sides were the same that way it would not tilt and it would be more supported. It really surprises me that my bridge hold 80 pounds and still didn't break like the rest of the bridges. I would not change anything in this project since i am very proud of my bridge.
My Effort Reflection
During this project I worked on one side of the bridge while my partner worked on the other. I also worked on the bridge report. I communicated really good with my partner, we both knew what we were doing and also how to do it. We were well organized and knew how to work together with no difficulties.
Bridge Name: Falkirk wheel
Location: Lime Rd, Tamfourhill, Falkirk FK1 4RS, United Kingdom
Completion Date: May 24,2002
Cost: £84.5 million
Length: 35 meters tall
Type: N/A
Purpose: replaces canal system
Materials: concrete, steel, and canal lining
Longest Single Span: N/A
Engineer(s): firm, RMJM
In May 24, 2002 the Falkirk bridge was completed making it the only rotating bridge. This bridge is found in the United Kingdom. The falkirk bridge is use to replace canal systems and not for cars. Since this bridge rotates its type is unknown. Its longest single span is also unknown.
Most of the materials used to build this bridge was concrete and steel in order to support the structure. Canal lining was also used to transport canals around and replace them. This bridge is 30 meters long, 35 meters tall, and 35 meters wide. The bridge stands in a 100 meter circular base.
This bridge has a cost of £84.5 million. This ship has a mooring for boats to ship there. This mooring can hold over 20 boats. Its rotating movement makes it easier for boats to be transported up and down.
This bridge was build to replace and transport canals easier. It is most likely be used by tourist who visit Great britain.
The falkirk is an unknown type of bridge. Its was build using concrete steel and canal lining. This bridge is very expensive and strong. This bridge is very safe with no issues.
Cost: £84.5 million
Length: 35 meters tall
Type: N/A
Purpose: replaces canal system
Materials: concrete, steel, and canal lining
Longest Single Span: N/A
Engineer(s): firm, RMJM
In May 24, 2002 the Falkirk bridge was completed making it the only rotating bridge. This bridge is found in the United Kingdom. The falkirk bridge is use to replace canal systems and not for cars. Since this bridge rotates its type is unknown. Its longest single span is also unknown.
Most of the materials used to build this bridge was concrete and steel in order to support the structure. Canal lining was also used to transport canals around and replace them. This bridge is 30 meters long, 35 meters tall, and 35 meters wide. The bridge stands in a 100 meter circular base.
This bridge has a cost of £84.5 million. This ship has a mooring for boats to ship there. This mooring can hold over 20 boats. Its rotating movement makes it easier for boats to be transported up and down.
This bridge was build to replace and transport canals easier. It is most likely be used by tourist who visit Great britain.
The falkirk is an unknown type of bridge. Its was build using concrete steel and canal lining. This bridge is very expensive and strong. This bridge is very safe with no issues.
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Falkirk Wheel 100’
- 1. The Falkirk Wheel is the world's first rotating boat bridge.
- 2. It is also the only construction of its kind in the world.
- 3. This bridge is one of scotland’s top tourist destinations.