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IPC Subclass
E01D

BRIDGES

Introduced: September 1968

Classification Context

Section:
FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
Class:
CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS, RAILWAYS, OR BRIDGES
Subclass:
BRIDGES

Description

E01D covers the structural design, construction methods, and components of bridges for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. This includes bridge types such as beam bridges, arch bridges, suspension bridges, and cable-stayed structures, as well as foundations, piers, abutments, and deck systems. The classification encompasses materials selection, structural analysis, and assembly techniques applicable to bridges crossing water, valleys, or other obstacles. Related drainage, expansion joints, and bearing systems integral to bridge functionality are included, while temporary structures and scaffolding during construction are excluded.

Scope Notes

Limiting references: Highways or trackways for toys that may include bridges Model railway bridges Arrangement of ship-based onboard ramps or gangways Bridges extending between terminal buildings and aircraft for embarking or disembarking passengers Loading ramps Supports that may include structure for spanning a road and supporting electric lines or communication cable going to overhead road signs or traffic signals Floating tunnels or submerged bridge-like tunnels Laying or reclaiming pipes; Repairing or joining pipes on or under water Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing Floating power or information cables Overhead installations of electric lines or cables Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water Installations of electric cables or lines in or upon bodies of water that are supported by floats

Related Keywords

BRIDGE(S)TRESTLE(S) bridgesVIADUCTS

13 direct subcodes

Child Classifications

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  • E01D 1/00 Bridges in general
  • E01D 12/00 Bridges characterised by a combination of structures not covered as a whole by a single one of groups
  • E01D 18/00 Bridges specially adapted for particular applications or functions not provided for elsewhere, e.g. aqueducts, bridges for supporting pipe-lines
  • E01D 22/00 Methods or apparatus for repairing or strengthening existing bridges
  • E01D 24/00 Methods or apparatus for dismantling bridges
  • E01D 4/00 Arch-type bridges