Bridge Erection Techniques and Construction Equipment: Introduction

摘要

The technical feasibility and economic viability of building bridges depends heavily on the construction methods available. Over the years, the development of erection techniques and specialised construction equipment has pushed the boundaries of bridge construction ever further. Advanced technologies together with strong competition in the marketplace have led to the development of numerous innovative erection solutions. Bridge construction is also a very visible affair, such that complex construction techniques like heavy lifting and sliding can increase the public awareness on engineering achievements and raise the profile of our profession along the way.