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DO YOU KNOW THE ARCH? An arch is a structure consisting of vertical curves. As the basic concept of the arch is a pure compression form. There are two types of Arch which are a 2-pinned arch and 3 pinned arch. In the application of Arch the load from the arch transfers to its horizontal side. It was able to support heavy loads such as support bridges and also can be applied for the roof systems. Let's look at Success Arch in the past. Firstly, Pont Du Gard which is The bridge made by ancient Romans used mortar to secure the stones together only in its top tier. Those in the lower levels are held together by careful cutting and positioning and the force of their own weight. Secondly, Sydney Harbour Bridge where connects the New South Wales city’s central business district and North Shore area. Measuring 440 feet from its top to water level and world’s tallest steel arch bridge with the widest long-span structure which is 160 feet. Therefore the benefit of the successful arch was this design stays strong as been shown in the historic bridge. As we can see, some of Rome’s arch structures can still use until today as Pont du Gard was built 2000 years ago. It can be constructed from almost any material like steel + concrete + or stone. In conclusion, the Arch is one of the important structures which support the mass of building rood, bridges, railway lines, or an aqueduct like one of the Romans' buildings that can stand still until today. An arch design is widely used, and we can see a lot of places and designs use this arch concept. Here are our References.