I’m Grady, and this is Practical Engineering.One of the simplest structural crossings is the beam bridge:just a horizontal member across two supports. That member can take a variety of forms, ...

BALTIMORE -- The tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge has placed a spotlight on the durability of bridge structures. Data shows the Bay Bridge is one of more than 17 thousand bridges in the ...

Some of the world’s tallest bridges rise dramatically over deep river gorges and ravines, showcasing human ingenuity and remarkable engineering. Measured by deck height—the vertical distance from the ...