Investing A Frame Structure , A Cell Phone Tower Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Tie beam
A
A horizontal beam or cross piece in a frame structure that Supports the other members by holding or pulling the sections together.
2
Q
What is tension force
A
A type of force that stretches a member
3
Q
Define : a strut
A
A diagonal rod or bar in the frame of a structure that braces or supports the other Sections and keeps them in position by pushing against them.
4
Q
What is compression force
A
A type of force that squashes a member
5
Q
Give two things that cell phone towers have in common
A
They have wide bases that help to stabilize them.
The towel members are held together using cross pieces
