structures

structures

1. DEFINITION AND TYPES :

   • structure
     • mass structures
     • frame structures
     • truss structures
     • suspended structures
   • structure of an object

2. TYPES OF STRESS

   • compression
   • tension or traction
   • bending
   • torsion
   • shear

3. strengtthening elements

   • types
   • shape

4. ELEMENTS THAT INCREASE RIGIDITY

   • diagonal
   • braces
   • stays
   • trussing
   • stays cables

5. ELEMENTS THAT INCREASE STABILITY

   • centre of gravity

6. FORCES, STRESSES AND STRENGTH

   • force
   • stresses
   • strength

7. CONDITIONS FOR STRONG STRUCTURES

   • rigid
     • deformable
   • in equilibrium
   • stable