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Record 1 1999-10-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tunnels, Overpasses and Bridges
CONT

If there is girder-type construction, with a deck partly of steel topped by an asphalt surfacing material, the bridge is known as an orthotropic bridge.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tunnels, viaducs et ponts
CONT

Signalons pour terminer les ponts métalliques à dalle orthotrope, système de construction permettant de réaliser des ouvrages économiques et de faible hauteur. Ces ouvrages sont conçus de telle sorte que les membrures supérieures des poutres principales servent à porter la chaussée.

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