bridges

An illustrated introduction to the structure and purpose of bridges that examines the history and types of bridges from around the world and the concepts of bridge design, materials, and engineering techniques.

Explores various perspectives on the process of building the Golden Gate Bridge.

An easy-to-read history of bridges showing the progression from logs used as foot trestles to the suspension bridges of today.

Depicts a variety of bridges, old and new, short and long, low and high.

Shows how a cable bridge is designed and constructed. Features footage of construction machinery and workers.

Examines the different ways of building bridges and discusses the natural forces affecting their structure and appearance.

In this cumulative story, a traffic jam is created when everyone has to wait for the bridge to come down.

Describes different kinds of bridges: how they are built and how they are used.