Abstract: Integral components of suspension bridges are anchor spans, consisting of separate strands splayed from the main cable between the splay saddle and the front anchor plane. The main cable is separated into several strands ...

Abstract: During suspension bridge erection, tensions in its anchor span strands undergo continuous changes until the completed bridge state is attained. Calculating the precise tension values in the anchor span strands is critical ...

Abstract: Wind-resistant rope systems (WRRS) consisting of wind guys (WGs) and ties are