"Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem"
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"Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" is a technical work by bridge engineer David B. Steinman that analyzes the aerodynamic behavior and stability of suspension bridges to prevent failures such as wind-induced oscillations and collapse.
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| "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" Context triple: [David B. Steinman, notableWork, "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem"]
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Maillart’s Bridges
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- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" Target entity description: "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" is a technical work by bridge engineer David B. Steinman that analyzes the aerodynamic behavior and stability of suspension bridges to prevent failures such as wind-induced oscillations and collapse.
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A.
Millennium Bridge approach
Millennium Bridge approach is the roadway and pedestrian access route leading to the Millennium Bridge in central London.
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B.
AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
The AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications are the primary U.S. standards that provide load and resistance factor design criteria for the analysis and design of highway bridges.
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C.
Mathematical Bridge
The Mathematical Bridge is a famous wooden footbridge at Queens' College, Cambridge, known for its elegant arch that is constructed entirely from straight timbers.
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D.
Reflections of a Structural Engineer
Reflections of a Structural Engineer is a memoir-style book by pioneering structural engineer Leslie E. Robertson, recounting his career designing landmark skyscrapers and complex structures around the world.
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E.
Maillart’s Bridges
Maillart’s Bridges is a documentary film by Heinz Emigholz that visually explores the innovative concrete bridge designs of Swiss engineer Robert Maillart.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (38)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
engineering monograph
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technical book ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
improve design of suspension bridges against wind effects
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prevent failures such as wind-induced collapse ⓘ |
| analyzes |
causes of wind-induced oscillations in suspension bridges
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dynamic response of suspension bridges to wind ⓘ mechanisms leading to aerodynamic instability ⓘ |
| author | David B. Steinman ⓘ |
| contributesTo |
development of safer suspension bridge designs
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understanding of suspension bridge failures ⓘ |
| discusses |
aerodynamic stability criteria
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design measures to control wind-induced motion ⓘ historical suspension bridge failures ⓘ oscillation modes of bridge decks ⓘ wind loads on suspension bridges ⓘ |
| field |
bridge engineering
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civil engineering ⓘ structural engineering ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
aerodynamic behavior of suspension bridges
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aerodynamic stability of long-span bridges ⓘ prevention of bridge failures ⓘ wind-induced oscillations ⓘ |
| hasAuthorOccupation |
bridge engineer
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civil engineer ⓘ |
| hasGenre | non-fiction ⓘ |
| intendedAudience |
bridge designers
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engineers ⓘ structural engineering researchers ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| mainSubject |
bridge aerodynamics
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structural stability ⓘ suspension bridges ⓘ |
| purpose |
to provide guidance on aerodynamic design of suspension bridges
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to reduce risk of wind-induced collapse of bridges ⓘ |
| relatedTo |
aeroelasticity
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structural dynamics ⓘ wind engineering ⓘ |
| typeOfWork | specialized technical study ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" Description of subject: "Suspension Bridges: The Aerodynamic Problem" is a technical work by bridge engineer David B. Steinman that analyzes the aerodynamic behavior and stability of suspension bridges to prevent failures such as wind-induced oscillations and collapse.
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