The Theory of Strains: A Compendium for the Calculation and Construction of Bridges, Roofs and Cranes, with the Application of Trigonometrical Notes

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Schmidt & Trowe, 1871 - 108 pàgines
 

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Pàgina 27 - ... of hoop iron. § 34. The curve formed by the chain or cable of a suspension bridge, lies between the parabola and the catenary, and is very nearly an ellipse. The parabola approximates the curve in the loaded bridge, the catenary in the unloaded (compare Vol. I. § 144 and § 145, Ac.).

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