Introduction to Structural Engineering

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A sub-discipline of civil engineering focused on designing the 'bones and joints' that create the form and shape of human-made structures.

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Structural Engineering

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A system of connected parts used to support a load.

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structure

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What are the main elements of structures?

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Rods, struts, beams, columns.

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What are the types of structures?

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Trusses, cables, arches, frames.

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Structural members subjected to a tensile force.

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Tierod

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Usually straight horizontal members used primarily to carry vertical loads, designed to resist bending moments.

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Beam

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A vertical structural element where the load is transferred parallel to the longitudinal axis as compression.

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Column

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A structure that consists of members organized into connected triangles so that the overall assembly behaves as a single object.

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Truss

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Usually flexible and carries their loads in tension, commonly used to support bridges and building roofs.

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Cable

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A curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight of a bridge, roof, or wall above it.

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Arch