Application, Development and Challenges of Deployable Structures in Bridge Engineering

Yuchen Zou

doi:10.54097/n9phc933

Authors

Yuchen Zou

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/n9phc933

Keywords:

Deployable Structure, Principles of Mechanism Theory, Driving Method, Application in Bridge Engineering, Smart Materials and Structures.

Abstract

Deployable structures are highly promising structures based on the principles of mechanism theory, combining traditional structures with movable mechanisms. Driven by manual, mechanical, or smart material means, they can achieve folding and deployment. Focusing on the applications, development prospects, and challenges of deployable structures in bridge engineering, this paper first elaborates on their mechanism theory, motion principles, and classifications, then analyzes their applications in three scenarios—emergency military bridges, temporary and construction auxiliary bridges, and special intelligent bridges—combined with practical application cases. Finally, it points out future directions such as the integration of deployable structures with smart materials, indicating that they provide key support for the high efficiency, lightweight, and sustainable development of bridge engineering with broad prospects.

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