Types of towers

What type of tower is most commonly used in transmission lines over flat terrain?

• Guyed tower
• Lattice tower
• Self-supporting tower
• All of the above

What is the main advantage of guyed towers?

• Low construction costs and ease of assembly
• High stiffness and strength
• Large capacity and height
• Good performance in seismic regions

Which type of tower is preferred for long spans over 500 meters?

• Suspension tower
• Strain tower
• Self-supporting tower
• Guyed tower

What is the main difference between suspension towers and strain towers?

• The former is used for straight lines, while the latter is used for corner angles.
• The former is used for corner angles, while the latter is used for straight lines.
• Suspension towers are taller than strain towers.
• Strain towers are taller than suspension towers.

What type of tower is most commonly used in urban areas where the space available is limited?

• Guyed tower
• Lattice tower
• Self-supporting tower
• Monopole tower