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As the audio clip titled "Vehicles Crossing a Bridge Deck" begins, you are immediately enveloped by the rhythmic thudding of tires rolling across the rugged cement surface of a bridge. The sounds of transportation come alive, as automobiles of different sizes and weights journey across this concrete expanse. The echo of the flange, a mechanical device attaching the vehicles' wheels to their axle, adds a metallic melody to the symphony of sounds. Each car has its own distinct sonic signature, painting an auditory picture of the variety of vehicles that traverse the span. Field recording techniques have been used to capture these sounds in their raw, unfiltered state, producing an immersive experience that places you right in the middle of the scene. The bridge acts as a stage for the performance of everyday life, and the concrete, a conductor of these symphonies of transportation. From the smallest cars to the heaviest trucks, you can hear the unique vibrations they create as they m