Cantilever Collection (#3)

Forth Railway Bridge from the south-east, Scotland, c1895. This bridge, built for the North British Railway Company, was begun in 1882 and opened on 4 March 1890

The Fife cantilever, c1880s. Showing the construction of the Forth Railway Bridge in Scotland. The bridge crosses the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh

Poughkeepsie Bridge, Dutchess County, NY State, USA
Poughkeepsie Bridge across the Hudson River, Dutchess County, New York State, USA, linking Poughkeepsie and Highland. Previously a railway bridge, now a walkway. Date: circa 1905

Anna Pavlova - Cantilever Shoes advert
Anna Pavlova, Russian ballerina - Cantilever Shoes advert. circa 1920s

Niagara Cantilever Bridge
A freight train cross the cantilever bridge over the Niagara River, constructed in 1883-84. It was built for the Michigan Central and Canadian Southern railways. Date: circa 1895

Cantilver Shoes Advert, 1927 - perfect comfort means better golf Date: 1927

Shipyard Crane Accident, The Docks, Cumbria
Shipyard Crane Accident, The Docks, Barrow-in-Furness, near Walney Island, Cumbria, England. Showing the 150 ton cantilever crane before & after the accident Date: 1907

The spectacular view out over the North Johnstone River from the top of the 37 metre
Spectacular view out over the North Johnstone River from the top of the 37 meter viewing tower at the Mamu Canopy Walkway. Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Australia

Various railway bridges

Forth Bridge
The North cantilever of the Forth Bridge, spanning the Firth of Forth at Queensferry. The steel cantilever construction was designed by John Fowler

Sunrise through the Forth Rail Bridge, UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the Firth of Forth, South Queensferry, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

FORTH BRIDGE RAILWAY, Machinery for Drilling the Steel Tubes of which the Bridge is to be Constructed. 2. View from the North Shore, Looking South. 3 A Caisson on Launchway, at Low Water, 4

The Forth Bridge, the Cantilever Towers in Course of Construction, Engraving 1890, Uk, u
THE FORTH BRIDGE, THE CANTILEVER TOWERS IN COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

FORTH BRIDGE, FROM THE SOUTH-WEST. The Forth Bridge is a cantilever railway bridge over the Firth of Forth in the east of Scotland, to the east of the Forth Road Bridge

The Shah of Persia in England and Scotland, Uk, 1889: the Forth Bridge Works Inspected by the Shah; at the Bottom of the Cantivlever Looking Towards the Centre; View from under the End of the First

Flying Failure
19th September 1911: An armoured plane with cantilever wings and a Leon Levavasseur designed Antoinette engine which proved too heavy to fly more than a few yards

Picture No. 10867646
Bungy Jump - Man diving into Waikato River from 47 meter high cantilever platform at Taupo Bungy Date:

GALILEO: CANTILEVER, 1648. Diagram of a cantilever from Discorsi e dimostrazioni matematiche... published in 1648

Forth Railway Bridge, Scotland: the Fife cantilever under construction during October 1888. This was the first steel bridge

Forth Bridge Railway, Machinery For Drilling The Steel Tubes Of Which The Bridge Is To Be Constructed. 2. View From The North Shore, Looking South. 3 A Caisson On Launchway, At Low Water, 4

FORTH BRIDGE, FROM THE SOUTH-WEST. The Forth Bridge is a cantilever railway bridge over the Firth of Forth in the east of Scotland, to the east of the Forth Road Bridge

The Forth Bridge, the Cantilever Towers in Course of Construction, Engraving 1890, Uk, u
THE FORTH BRIDGE, THE CANTILEVER TOWERS IN COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

Spiral staircase C018 / 0884
Spiral staircase. View looking up at the cantilevered cast iron spiral staircase in the central tower of the Granitz Hunting Lodge, Rugen island, Germany

Marina Bay Sands resort, Singapore
Modern architecture. Night-time view of the Marina Bay Sands resort building, Singapore. This development is claimed to be the worlds most expensive stand-alone casino property (as of 2012)

Design for Tower Bridge by Joseph Bazalgette
Design for cantilever bridge (Tower Bridge) by Joseph Bazalgette, 1878 Date: 1878

Canada, Ontario, Niagara Falls. Walking the falls on the US side

Cantilever, Tahune AirWalk, 48 metres above Huon River and Forest, Tahune Forest Reserve, Southern Tasmania, Australia

Atomic force microscopy methods, artwork
Atomic force microscopy methods. Artwork showing the methods of operation of an atomic force microscope and a graph of the results on different surfaces

Forth Bridge over the Firth of Forth, South Queensferry, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Cantilevered barn, Great Smoky Mountains
Wagon in a cantilevered barn, Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee. Photograph

London Eye, River Thames and lights from restaurant ship RS Hispaniola, London, England, United Kingdom

Aircraft construction
Cantilever Aero Co. exterior, wooden frame of wing of aeroplane. Men working on the wooden framework of an aeroplane wing at the Cantilever Aero Co. factory in Babylon, L.I

Old Houses at Lannion, Brittany, France
Old Houses in the Central Square at Lannion, Brittany, France - displaying cantilever upper flooers, projecting out from the lower levels of a building

Central Square at Lannion, France
Old houses in the central Square at Lannion, Brittany, France

Post war housing / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. A neat post war villa built on the cantilever principle. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Quebec Bridge, Canada - Centre section prior to collapse
The centre section of the Quebec Bridge being raised into position on 11th September 1916. This photograph was taken just prior to the span collapsing in a tragic construction accident which claimed

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"Cantilever: A Marvel of Engineering and Architectural Beauty" The Forth railway bridge at night, with its majestic cantilever design, stands as a testament to human ingenuity. This iconic structure, also known as the Forth Bridge or the Connel Ferry Bridge, has captured the imagination of all who lay eyes upon it. Rising gracefully over the Firth of Forth in Scotland, the Forth Bridge showcases the power and elegance engineering. Its intricate lattice girders seem to defy gravity as they support trains crossing from one side to another. As dawn breaks over this UNESCO World Heritage Site, bathed in golden hues, the sheer magnificence of this cantilever masterpiece is revealed. The Fife Pier proudly displays its strength and resilience against nature's forces. Not limited to grand structures alone, even everyday objects like the Dursley-Pedersen Bike embody cantilever principles. With its unique frame extending beyond its wheels' axis, it exemplifies balance and stability. Across continents and rivers alike, we find more awe-inspiring cantilevers. The iron train bridge across Brisbane River in Australia's Queensland state showcases how these designs can span vast distances while remaining steadfast. Closer to home in London lies another architectural gem - Albert Bridge. Its delicate yet robust construction demonstrates that even bridges can be works of art when built using cantilever techniques. Traveling back in time to Stobcross Quay in Glasgow during the 1950s brings us face-to-face with yet another marvel – Finniston Cantilever Crane. This industrial giant symbolizes progress and innovation during an era defined by technological advancements. Whether it is a railway bridge spanning a river or an elegant bicycle frame defying convention –cantilevers captivate our imaginations with their beauty and functionality. These remarkable structures remind us that through careful planning and engineering prowess, we can create wonders that stand the test of time.