02363cam a22003133u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000070011910000260012624500300015226400510018230000470023333600260028033700260030633800360033250000310036850801980039952013350059753400450193265300120197785600430198999900170203244371UtSlPG20260610134023.0mcr n260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a07028955  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aTG1 aThorpe, William Henry14aThe Anatomy of Bridgework 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2013  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2013-12-06  aProduced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé and the Online
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by The Internet Archive)  a"The Anatomy of Bridgework" by William Henry Thorpe is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the engineering principles and practices related to bridge construction, maintenance, and the intricate details that affect their behavior and longevity. Through the examination of various components and failures in bridge design, it aims to provide valuable insights into the dynamics of bridgework that can inform better engineering solutions.  The opening of the book sets the tone by outlining the need for comprehensive knowledge about bridgework, particularly in the context of its design and maintenance. Thorpe emphasizes the lessons that can be learned from observing both the successes and failures of historical bridges, highlighting that practical experience is vital for engineers. He begins with a discussion on girder bearings, explaining the complexities of load distribution and the potential issues engineers face due to variations in design practices and materials. The introduction hints at a systematic exploration of common design flaws and practical advice based on the author's observations, making it clear that the book serves as both an educational resource and a guide for practitioners in the field of civil engineering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aBridges40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44371  c85210d85210