A Non-Rigid Approach to Design
Unlike traditional projects, the Chenab Bridge did not begin with a fixed design, which posed a challenge. “A rigid design with fixed dimensions and pre-determined solutions would not have been feasible,” Latha wrote. To constantly evolving geological conditions, she, along with her team used a flexible ‘design-as-you-go’ method to respond, this method included methods using fractured rock, steep slopes, concealed cavities, and high wind speeds.