0 a bridge that is supported by strong steel ropes hung from a tower at each end of the bridge --
1 a bridge supported by strong steel ropes hung from a tall structure at each of its ends --
The roof structure is close to the structure of a suspension bridge, which is an uncommon approach (in arena design) anywhere in the world.
The reinforced vertical columns starting at the arch grille are used as a suspension bridge for the roadway.
For example, a suspension bridge engineer has to choose how thick each strut, cable, and pier must be.
It is a gravity-anchored suspension bridge with steel pylons and vertical hangers.
The suspension bridge built by the army in the 1980s on behalf of the country park lies just below the weir beside the ruined gazebo.
It has been described as being the longest suspension bridge in the world.
It replaced an earlier suspension bridge across the river built in 1990.
Work is currently in progress on the supply of new hangers for the suspension bridge, for the major strengthening works on the crossing and for protection of river piers.
