Earthquake-proof steel towers revolutionize self-anchored suspension bridges' safety.
The seismic performance of self-anchored suspension bridge steel towers was analyzed using data from the Wuhan Gutian Bridge. The main goal was to understand how these towers behave during earthquakes. The researchers found that the main tower of this type of bridge is crucial, as damage can be challenging to repair or replace. By studying the steel tower, they gained insights into how to improve the overall safety and resilience of self-anchored suspension bridges.