1.4.1 - Tie Rods
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What is a tie rod?
💡 Hint: Think about the function of the component in structures.
Name one material that can be used for a tie rod.
💡 Hint: Consider what type of structures tie rods are made from.
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What is the primary function of tie rods in structures?
💡 Hint: Think about what kind of forces pull on a structure.
Tie rods are also known as _____ ties.
💡 Hint: Consider what role they play in structural support.
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Consider a bridge design where tie rods are used to counteract a specific load. If the material used can handle a tensile strength of 200 MPa and the loaded tensile force applied is calculated to be 150 MPa, discuss the implications for safety.
💡 Hint: Think about safety factors in designs.
If a construction team chooses a tie rod material with a tensile strength of 75% less than the required value for a support beam in a skyscraper, analyze the potential risks and consequences they might face during and after construction.
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term implications of incorrect material choices.
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