Practice - Types of Trusses
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Practice Questions
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What type of load is the weight of the truss structure itself?
💡 Hint: Think about permanent loads.
Which method is used for analyzing trusses by focusing on the joints?
💡 Hint: It deals with equilibrium at each connection.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of a truss in roofing?
💡 Hint: Think about what structural components do.
True or False: The Method of Sections allows you to analyze trusses by cutting through members.
💡 Hint: Consider the cutting method mentioned.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a truss for a 10-meter span that will support a maximum live load of 2 kN/m² and a dead load of 1 kN/m². Choose an appropriate type of truss based on these loads.
💡 Hint: Consider how the load impacts each part of the truss.
Evaluate the effectiveness of using a Pratt versus a Howe truss for a roof with a high snow load. Discuss which would be more advantageous and why.
💡 Hint: Focus on load direction and member strengths.
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