Brunel's Other BridgeBrunel Swivel Bridge Project Photos February 2017
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Investigative Work in 2017
2017 investigative work is on the rotation of the bridge
February 2017
Investigating the wheels
North east wheel and bearing. It was not a flanged wheel orginally! The flange is caused by wear |
We have been unsure how the four support wheels are fixed to their shaft but after much searching found a 'secret key' securing each |
Flavia De Luca with a lovely group of post-grads from the Department of Civil Engineering at Bristol University. Most wrapped up warm! |
Lets hope the forthcoming proposals for student projects find willing takers |
Volunteers Rees and Matt to the left, David and Bob to the right |