In new York, blew up the bridge Kosciuszko (video)

In new York, blew up the bridge Kosciuszko (video)

After nearly eight decades old Kosciuszko bridge in new York collapsed on Sunday morning, October 1.

«The new Kosciuszko bridge is a triumph, showing the world that new York, though facing great problems it does everything to rejuvenating transport infrastructure,» said Governor Andrew Cuomo. «The construction of the first of the new large bridge in new York for 50 years – another milestone and a sign that the city is moving in the future.»

In new York, blew up the bridge Kosciuszko (video)

As reported by ABC7, was originally planned that the bridge will be demolished in the summer, but the work was postponed. Builders researched several options dismantling the old spans and eventually settled on the option of controlled demolition, which is technically not considered an explosion, although usually it was called.

How it works: a special device cut basic joints in steel bridge, and then the case for gravity.

In this case, it does not occur the destruction of the stairs, he just falls on prepared ground, reducing the amount of the ejected dust and debris, as previously with the bridge removed concrete and asphalt. In addition, the platform «for landing», adding shock-absorbing materialthat dampens vibration.

ICYMI: 78 year old Kosciuszko Bridge came down at 8am after planned demolition to make way for new construction. @PIX11News #air11 pic.twitter.com/y5udVJZ54E

— Anthony DiLorenzo (@ADiLorenzoTV) October 1, 2017

This process complies with all of the new York codes, including the codes of the fire Department and the MTA.
Bridge Kosciuszko, named after a hero of the war of independence USA, was opened in 1939.

When the project is completed (estimate in 2019), a transport stream from Brooklyn to Queens will move across five lanes and back — four. Also on the bridge will be a 20-foot lane for pedestrianswho can admire the beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline.

It is expected that the new bridge, which will retain its name, will drive up to 200 thousand cars a day. When the Kosciuszko bridge was only built, he was counting on 10 thousand cars a day.

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