STRUCTURES

STRUCTURES

1. structure

   • truss
   • frame
   • mass
   • suspended

2. type of stress

   • compression
   • tension
   • bending
   • torsion
   • shear

3. elements that increase stability

   • stable
   • centre of gravity

4. elements that increase rigidity

   • tressing
   • brace
   • stay cable
   • sections
   • open section
   • closed section

5. condition for strong structures

   • rigidity
   • equilibrium
   • stability

6. force

   • stresses
   • strength