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Construction utilizing the form of a catenary can be seen in this suspension bridge.

Curve taken up by a flexible cable suspended between two points, under gravity; for example, the curve of overhead suspension cables that hold the conductor wire of an electric railway or tramway.


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A key benefit to users is said to be that the cart system is engineered to tilt the die on-the-fly in order to compensate for the catenary (sagging) effect caused by gravity as the extrusion product exits the equipment.
1955, with its flattened toy parachute and pendulous catenary strings.
The Village luminaires feature pole, wall and catenary mounted fittings that correspond with the other site furnishings.
 
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