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01-06-2020, 10:42 PM | #1 | |
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Jan 7th, 2020 : Mathematical Bridge
I wonder if it would take me from the question to the answer, the problem to the solution.
Let’s see, #2 pencil, calculator, bridge... OK, I’m ready for the exam. Built in 1749 and designed by architect William Etheridge who also designed a similar but much bigger Old Walton Bridge over the Thames. The stone abutments are high enough that the wood will never see flood waters. Etheridge stole the design from his former boss James King who in 1737 as master carpenter at Westminster Bridge proposed the same design for that bridge. Winter ice screwed up the prep work so they decided to let him build his design only so ships could pass under while they built the stone work above. How do it do? Glad you asked... Quote:
In defense of Etheridge stealing the design from King, some claim King stole it from Leonardo da Vinci. The design has been used around the world, here’s another one in Morso Denmark. link
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01-06-2020, 11:05 PM | #2 |
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The one at the top is nice but I like the bottom one Morso.
I can see how it's put together.
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01-06-2020, 11:26 PM | #3 |
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Tsk tsk...
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01-07-2020, 06:40 AM | #4 |
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ha!
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