Automotive and Transportation
Source : (remove) : WPRI 12
RSS • JSON • XML • CSV
Automotive and Transportation
Source : (remove) : WPRI 12
RSS • JSON • XML • CSV

Satellite offers potential clues about what went wrong with the Washington Bridge

Data from the European Space Agency shows unusual movement on the westbound bridge in the period before its sudden closure.
The article from WPRI discusses the potential use of satellite imagery to investigate the structural issues that led to the closure of the Washington Bridge in Rhode Island. Engineers and officials are exploring whether satellite data could provide insights into the bridge's condition over time, particularly focusing on any visible signs of deterioration or structural changes. The bridge, which carries Interstate 195 over the Seekonk River, was abruptly closed due to discovered structural deficiencies, causing significant traffic disruptions. The use of satellite imagery is seen as a supplementary tool to traditional inspection methods, potentially offering a historical perspective on the bridge's maintenance and degradation. This approach could help in understanding the timeline and nature of the problems that necessitated the emergency closure.

Read the Full WPRI 12 Article at:
[ https://www.wpri.com/target-12/satellite-offers-potential-clues-about-what-went-wrong-with-the-washington-bridge/ ]