Structures Flashcards
1
Q
3 types of truss?
A
Truss, howe trust, lattice truss.
2
Q
Types of reinforcement?
A
Stiffened folds, lamination, braces, gusset plates, ribs
3
Q
What is a beam that is supported at one end only?
A
Cantilever
4
Q
3 reasons for structural failure?
A
Wrong use of materials, poor understanding of forces acting on structure, joint failure