The new Tacoma Narrows Bridge, reopened on October 14, 1950, has the following data:
l= 2800 ft(between towers)
b=60 ft(width between cables)
k=280 ft(maximum sag of cables)
ωt=8570 lb/lineal ft
J0=(wt/g)*P2(rotational mass moment of inertia)
Calculate the new cable tension, the cable torsional stiffness, the new vertical and torsion al vibration frequencies, and compare with previous values. (Assume a reasonable value for the radius of gyration p in determining the torsional mass moment of inertia.)