How Does a Suspension Bridge Work?

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Classroom Material
Keywords
design squad nation suspension bridge tension compression push pull cable supporting tower
Subjects
Science STEAM
Grade Levels
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8
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How Does a Suspension Bridge Work?

See how the forces are distributed in a suspension bridge, with the cables in tension and the towers in compression. Learn more in this animation from Design Squad Nation.
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PBS Learning Media

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