Forces on Truss Members

Front

There are four different types of forces the truss members can be exposed to: tension, compression, shear, and torsion

Back

tension, compression, shear, and torsion

Front

When a web member is being pulled apart.

Back

Tension

Front

When a web member is being pushed together or crushed.

Back

Compression

Front

When a web member is exposed to forces cross-ways.

Back

Shear

Front

When a web member is being twisted.

Back

Torsion

Front

Which of the following are parts of a truss?
Top and Bottom Chord, Web Members, Joints, All of the Above

Back

All of the Above

Front

What is the most stable shape in truss design formed by the web members? Options: Square, Triangle, Rectangle, Circle

Back

Triangle

Front

Besides bridges, what other structures use trusses?

Back

Roof framing, Skyscrapers, Towers

Front

There are several types of trusses, which one can be incorporated into bridges: Warren Truss, Pratt Truss, Howe Truss, All of the Above?

Back

All of the Above

Front

Which one is the most common and simplest type of bridge? (Options: Beam, Truss, Arch, Suspension)

Back

Beam