and don't forget
http://www.brantacan.co.uk/bridges.htm some great info here with examples and all original content.
While looking up information regarding arch bridges, I came across this URL.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/bridge/build.htmlIts a nice bridge information spot with simple explanations and small photographs that go nicely with our simple game. Check it out!
I realized however that pontiflex does not currently allow for realistic suspension bridges. While you can make a short suspension bridge in pontiflex, the cables in the game are too slack and do not allow for the length that suspension bridges are noted for. See the new ideas forum though if you want to talk about slack and pretension cables.
D'OH!!! I just noticed this.
http://www.tjhsst.edu/~jbowman/ataturk.gifCheck
out that website though.
An even better PBS site (similar game, but more nicely done, IMO) is
Building Big: BridgesThis and other bridge-related links can be found on the links page at www.bridgebuilder-game.com .