Parabolas and catenaries: the curves that structure bridge architecture

Parabolas and catenaries are two mathematical curves that shape the design and structure of major suspension bridges and viaducts.

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Prestigious works such as the Garabit viaduct or Barcelona's Sagrada Familia use these curves to optimize their stability and aesthetics.

These geometric principles demonstrate the alliance between science, mathematics, and architecture in human achievements.

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