Defining Suspension Bridges: An Engineering Marvel
Suspension bridges are remarkable structures supported by massive main cables stretched between two or more towers. This design is the preferred choice for expansive spans where conventional bridge types prove impractical. The main cables, anchored at both ends of the bridge, are under tension and bear the weight of the bridge deck along with dynamic loads from vehicles and pedestrians. Typically, the deck hangs below these main cables, secured by smaller vertical cables or rods.