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Question 1

Tensile testing

Answer 1

Parallels sides specimen of uniform cross section = subjects to increasing tensile force

Question 2

Possible reasons for Genoa collapse

Answer 2

1) Wear + Tear - built into 1967. But showed considerable deterioration. Though supports to top of tendons added, deterioration was there
2) design flaws - tendons made from reinforced concrete + only 4 tendons
3) heavy traffic - growth of car ownership was unexpected - not designed for it

4) environmental impact - port city = near sea = salt accelerate corrosion
Took place during high winds + storms