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Download Solution PDFThe structural member carrying compressive load in a truss is called:
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Compression members:
- The members subjected to axial compressive force in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis are called compression members.
Following are some examples of compression members
Strut:
- A structural member subjected to an axial compressive force is called strut. As per definition strut may be horizontal, inclined or even vertical. Vertical strut is called a column.
- It is a web member of a roof truss or brace frame subjected to light axial compressive loads.
Principal strut:
- It is a top chord member of a roof truss or a truss girder subjected to heavy axial compression.
Column or post or stanchion:
- It is a vertical member of a steel building frame that is used to support a floor girder or floor subjected to heavy axial compressive loads.
Boom:
- It is a principle compression member of a crane.
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