While Leonardo’s design was original in its pivoting portability, it built upon centuries of military bridging techniques: Roman Pontoon Bridges: Portable platforms suspended on boats—modular but reliant on boats, often complex to assemble.   Medieval Timber Footb

Drawing upon Leonardo’s famed notebooks—though many pages remain fragmented—his revolving bridge concept can be summarized as follows: Base Structure on Wheels: A set of wheels atop a simple wooden frame that carries the bridge.   Bridge Deck on Central Pivo

 Introduction – Visionary Engineering in Renaissance Context Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519), polymath of the High Renaissance, is celebrated for his masterful blend of art and science—from the “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper” to mechanical inventions

Today, the church is both a spiritual home and a heritage asset: It continues Anglican services while welcoming tourists engrossed in industrial history.   Educational programs, guided tours, and collaborations with heritage institutions help researchers, locals, and visitors