Maintenance costs for movable bridges are considerably higher than for fixed bridges, mostly because of the complex interaction of mechanical, electrical, and structural components. Malfunction of any component can cause unexpected failure of bridge operation, creating problems for both land and maritime traffic. Maintenance of the structural and mechanical parts requires special expertise, increasing costs and service delays.
Movable bridges have particular maintenance issues, which cost considerably more than those of fixed bridges,mostly because of the complex interaction...
The maintenance costs related to movable bridges are considerably higher than those of fixed bridges, mostlybecause of the complex interaction of the ...
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