Exercises. Find the Russian equivalents for the following English terms

Find the Russian equivalents for the following English terms

Bridge collapse, distortion of the deck, distribution of force, dynamic and aerodynamic forces, girder’s behaviour, Global positioning systems, a high deflection, high efficiency, initial temporary cables, main carrying member, stay ropes, a vast reserve of strength.

Make up examples with the terms describing a suspension structure

Anchor support, cable arrangement, cable hanger, fan cable system, flexible cable, harp cable system, high-strength wires, horizontal stiffness, radial or converging cable system, resistance, saddle, square metre, star cable system, stiffening girder, suspender, vertical stiffness.

Choose which statements are true

1. The basic advantages of suspension structures are:

a) low horizontal stiffness; b) super long spans; c) force regulation.

2. A suspension cable is strong in:

a) compression; b) tension; c) flexure.

3. Cable-stayed and suspension bridges differ in:

a) the cable shape; b) the span construction method; c) architectural merits.

4. The tower for a 1,200 m suspension span may be made out of:

a) steel; b) reinforced concrete; c) cast-iron.

5. A cable-stayed structure without thrust has:

a) no piers; b) anchor supports at the span end.