Suspension bridge types

Suspension bridge types

There are several types of suspension bridge:

*Simple suspension bridge, a foundational type for pedestrians based upon the ancient Inca rope bridge.
*Stressed ribbon bridge, similar to the simple suspension bridge but more stable and usable for vehicles.
*Suspended-deck suspension bridge, the modern variation capable of carrying vehicles and light rail.
*Self-anchored suspension bridge, a composite of the cable-stayed bridge and the suspension bridge

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