Intro
Guinness World Records feature a myriad of records, with a total of over 50,000 records listed as of 2024. Among the numerous bridge-related records, I've selected 5 bridges with unusual records to introduce to you.
1. Longest glass-bottomed bridge
The longest glass-bottomed bridge measures 526.14 m (1,726 ft) and was achieved by Lianzhou Qingtian Tourism Development Co., Ltd (China) in Qingyuan, Guangdong, China, on 10 July 2020. The glass bridge is known in English as "The Glass Bridge in Huangchuan Three Gorges Scenic Area," and "湟川三峡擎天玻璃桥” in Chinese. This glass bridge is suspended at a height of 201 meters, with a width of 8.8 meters.
Link : Longest glass-bottomed bridge
2. Largest double helix bridge
Helix Bridge
The Helix Bridge in Singapore is the largest and currently the only double-helix structure bridge, spanning 280 meters. It employs two interwoven steel helix structures to form a sophisticated tubular truss. When the steel is extended, it would reach a length of 2.25 km, yet it utilizes only one-fifth of the steel compared to a traditional box girder bridge. As you can see in the picture, the Helix Bridge connects Marina Bay Sands with Marina Bay.
Link : Largest double helix bridge
3. Longest span plastic bridge
Aberfeldy Footbridge, located at the Aberfeldy Golf Club in Aberfeldy, UK, holds the record for the longest span among plastic bridges. Constructed in 1992, it stands as the world's first all-plastic bridge. The primary span measures 63 meters (206 feet 8 inches), contributing to the total bridge length of 113 meters (370 feet 9 inches).
Link : Longest span plastic bridge
4. Longest 3D-printed steel bridge
MX3D Bridge
The longest 3D-printed steel bridge is the MX3D Bridge. MX3D (MX3D is a 3D metal printing company) has successfully constructed a 12-meter stainless steel pedestrian bridge using 3D printing technology. This innovative bridge has been installed and spans across one of the canals in Amsterdam's historic city center since 2021.
Link : Longest 3D-printed steel bridge
5. Longest span of a bridge made of interlocking plastic bricks
Longest span of a bridge made of interlocking plastic bricks (c) ICE
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) accomplished the longest span for a bridge constructed with interlocking plastic bricks, measuring 16.92 meters (55 feet 6 inches). This feat was achieved on August 31, 2019. The construction of the bridge, comprised of nearly 205,000 bricks, was completed in just under two days. The bridge played a central role in a month-long series of educational activities, providing hands-on learning experiences for participants.
Link1 : Longest span of a bridge made of interlocking plastic bricks
Link2 : ICE’s World Record-Breaking Bridge Visits Rochester
Conclusion
In addition, there are various records such as the longest enclosed bridge, longest covered bridge, and longest cantilevered glass-bottomed skywalk. You can explore these records directly by searching on the Guinness World Records website. How about challenging yourself to set a Guinness World Record?
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