Background of stone arch bridge in China

The background of Chinese stone arch bridge is as follows:

Stone arch bridge is one of the four basic forms of traditional bridges in China. Stone arch bridge system is diverse. Once it appeared in the history of Chinese bridge development, it developed rapidly. After the modern railway and highway bridge engineering technology was introduced into China in 1880, it still maintained its vigorous vitality, showing the wisdom of the ancient working people and the brilliant achievements of ancient bridge construction in China.

In addition, the article "China Stone Arch Bridge" written by Mao Yisheng, a bridge expert, most successfully introduces the history and characteristics of China's stone arch bridge to readers in detail by using various interpretation methods, which is a very typical descriptive article.

Chinese stone arch bridge is an outstanding representative among millions of Chinese bridges. For thousands of years, with the development of economy and culture, stone arch bridges have been built all over China. They are an integral part of China's splendid ancient culture and have won honor for the motherland in the world. Up to now, a large number of ancient bridges are well preserved, which can be said to be the historical testimony of the exquisite skills of bridge builders in past dynasties, showing the wisdom and strength of the working people in ancient China.

China is known as the "multi-bridge ancient country". This historical concept and quantitative concept, as well as the intuitive impression that there are physical objects that can be pressed, are all knowledge that needs to be involved in understanding Chinese stone arch bridges. If these vivid historical facts are removed, not only are they empty, but one or two isolated bodies can explain what the problem is.

Combined with modern engineering theory and new building materials, Shikong Bridge has made greater development. The two bridges introduced in this paper have been in Zhao Zhouqiao for 1400 years, and Lugou Bridge has stood on the turbulent Yongding River for nearly 700 years. Both of them are majestic and solid, and they still maintain their original style, which can be used by heavy vehicles. It is rare in stone bridges at home and abroad.

Zhao Zhouqiao's open-shouldered creation was seven centuries earlier than that of the West. The reason why it can last for a long time shows that the design and construction are scientific. Another example is the shallow foundation and short abutment in Zhao Zhouqiao. Many modern engineers were surprised because it was unscathed after many earthquakes and floods. This is by no means accidental. In the Tang Dynasty, Zhang wrote "The Monument to Anji Bridge", saying: "People don't know why it is made strangely."

This evaluation is almost the same as that of engineering scholars in the twentieth century, and it is highly skilled, which can be seen here. In a large number of historical facts, the technical achievements of ancient stone arch bridge "saving materials, skillful structure and high strength" are summarized, which is the consistent goal pursued by bridges and any buildings at home and abroad. At the beginning of the 6th century, China's skillful craftsmen displayed their intelligence and made bold innovations, and their brilliant achievements were worthy of pride.

At the same time, bridging the bridge across the water, the beauty of artistic conception, the beauty of carving and decoration, and the diversity of styles are also national traditions that embody China's aesthetic standards. No matter how big or small the building is, the technology should be improved, just like painting, there can be no failure.

The stone arch bridge in China has made some achievements in ancient times, and it still has development prospects today. What used to be useful is still working today. Therefore, it is a precious legacy, showing the industriousness, courage and outstanding talents of the working people in China. We will certainly make greater achievements in the cause of modern bridges.