Research Functions And Cultural Connotation Of Ancient Chinese Arch

Chinese arch bridge was built in the late Eastern Han Dynasty,its history can dating back more than eighteen hundred years ago,there are still various of arch bridge standing in the country.On the structure,arch bridge tower,facilitating navigation and flood discharge with beauty of function;In appearance, it is a strong demonstration of the soft and elegant of the form;In technology,it embodies ingenious of the ancient craftsmen;In decoration,it is a rich historical and cultural heritage Implications.These advantages make the arch bridge dominate in the architectural history in our country.This article analysis the development of arch bridges under the process of ancient bridges evolution situation. Attempt to summarized the cultural connotation of arch bridge from its morphological,technique,distribution and function with plenty of bridge case.The paper is divided into four parts.The first part is the introduction,from the context of domestic and international literature review to discusses topics sources, the research object,purpose,significance and methods, determine the structural framework.The second part consists of chapter two,three and four,mainly elaborates its history,classification,features and characteristics of the construction techniques.The second chapter traced the history of arch bridge under the history of ancient Chinese bridge;The third chapter analysis from four aspects of the arch structure type and form of characteristic;The fourth chapter reveal the location of the regional characteristics, technical features and aesthetic characteristics of arch bridge from hydrology, topography, human environment.The third part including chapter five and six.The fifth chapter analyzes the arch by relevant examples in many functions, like transportation,economic,political,cultural and other.Sixth chapter discusses the relationship between the arch and religion,social customs,literature and art to highlighting the Chinese arch unique aesthetic and cultural value.Finally,the seventh chapter from three aspects to summarizes the special contributions of ancient arch bridge in technology,art and culture,and think about the protection and development of it,etc.