xkcd #3279: Main Span

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Wind stress? Don't be silly. When has wind stress ever been a problem for a suspension bridge?

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Wind stress? Don't be silly. When has wind stress ever been a problem for a suspension bridge?
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[–] 22 points 2 months ago (5 children)

Just build the bridge on the moon instead. The lower gravity really helps with the main span.

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  • [–] 9 points 2 months ago (4 children)

    Just tether the middle to the moon instead of the balloon.

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