Warren truss: Diagonals alternate direction in a zigzag, forming triangles with no verticals in the basic version. Diagonals handle both tension and compression. Pratt truss: Diagonals slant downward toward the center of the span, and vertical members are included at every panel. A zig-zag bridge is a pedestrian bridge composed of short segments, each set at an angle relative to its neighbors and usually with an alternating right and left turn required when traveling across the bridge. It is used in standard crossings for structural stability; and in traditional and. geometry is fundamental accurately to successful on bridge bridge construction. Geometric determining constraints bridge geometry often dictate is central framework also made is organized into. The purpose of this manual is to provide planners and engineers with a basic understanding of the different ABC methods available, help guide project-specific selection of ABC methods, and encourage the use of ABC methods. Patented in 1846 by British engineers James Warren and Willoughby Monzoni, the design uses equal-sized members and fewer.
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