Nelson mandela Bridge
List all the materials used to construct the structure.
All the materials uses to construct the structure was, about 4000 m3 of concrete and 1 000 tons of structural steel were used to construct the bridge, with about 500 tons of reinforcing steel cast into the concrete.
All the materials uses to construct the structure was, about 4000 m3 of concrete and 1 000 tons of structural steel were used to construct the bridge, with about 500 tons of reinforcing steel cast into the concrete.
Explain what type of construction method has been used? (beam, arch, suspension, etc.).
The bridge was constructed to have a light structure by using structural steel with a concrete composite deck.
The bridge was constructed to have a light structure by using structural steel with a concrete composite deck.
Comment on what the structure is used for, how often it is used and how the design and manufacturing method alters its use.
Explain the architectural and material use differences between the varied structures you have investigated.
Discuss advantages and disadvantages of each design.
Please add any other special information that might be of interest (cost, age, environmental impact, etc.).