bridge deck

• Die Fahrbahnplatte oder der Belag einer Brücke, der die befahrbare oder begehbare Oberfläche bildet, Verkehrslasten aufnimmt und auf die tragenden Bauteile der Brücke verteilt.

A structural component of a bridge that forms the roadway or walkway surface, supporting traffic loads and distributing them to the bridge's supporting elements.

1. Structural component of a bridgeB2formal

   The roadway or walkway surface of a bridge that carries traffic.

   Fahrbahnplatte

   • The bridge deck was reinforced to handle heavier loads.
   • Engineers inspected the bridge deck for cracks after the storm.
   • The new bridge deck is made of pre-stressed concrete.

2. Ship navigation areaB2formal

   The raised platform on a ship where the captain and officers navigate and control the vessel.

   Brücke

   • The captain stood on the bridge deck, scanning the horizon.
   • All navigation equipment is located on the bridge deck.
   • The crew reported to the bridge deck for the emergency drill.