Living Bridge Project shows off potential of smart infrastructure to provide services

The video discusses the Memorial Bridge connecting Portsmouth, NH, and Kittery, ME, highlighting its 2013 rebuild and upcoming smart upgrade. Engineers from the University of New Hampshire are equipping the bridge with sensors to monitor structural stability, traffic, and environmental health, dubbing it a 'living bridge.' The project includes monitoring the Great Bay estuary and testing a turbine to harness tidal energy. The initiative aims to extend infrastructure life and educate local students, showcasing state-of-the-art smart infrastructure with potential to power entire towns.

What is the significance of the Memorial Bridge in the context of the text?

How do the sensors installed on the bridge contribute to its functionality?

What environmental concerns are mentioned regarding the river estuary?

Describe the purpose of the cross flow turbine mentioned in the text.

What educational aspect is highlighted in the living bridge project?