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Bridge trusses: Pin-jointed

Thumbnail Image Image-GoddenD6 Detail of pin-jointed truss connection, approach span to San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Pin joints are used in older bridges or situations where rotation has to be allowed for due to settlement, or for construction purposes. (San Francisco Bay Area)
Thumbnail Image Image-GoddenD7 Crumlin Viaduct, Wales. This early railway viaduct is interesting in that it is constructed entirely from pin-connected iron members. Designed by the engineering firm of Liddell & Gordon, Thomas W. Kennard is credited with the construction, using a modification of the Warren truss. The viaduct was demolished in 1966.

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