Development of Bridges, The

Synopsis

The evolution of the bridge from stepping stones to large span concrete suspension bridges is discussed in relation to the engineering principles and to the materials available for construction. This largely historical approach is supported by examples from all over the world and the contribution of Brunel, Perronet, Telford, Eiffel, Maillart, Freyssinet, Leonhart and others is illustrated.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Multimedia; Audiocassette. 32 min.; 70 slides. col. Philips compact cassette with slide synchronising pulses to USPEC.

Year of production

1990

Availability

Hire

Uses

Undergraduate courses in civil engineering and architecture.

Subjects

Engineering

Keywords

bridges; civil engineering; engineering design

Credits

Director

Nita Spektorov

Writer

D Beckett

Contributor

Nita Spektorov

Cast

D Beckett

Sponsor

Name

University of Surrey, Department of Civil Engineering

Distributor

Name

University of Surrey, Audio-Visual Aids Unit