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Truss
A truss is an assembly of beams or other elements that
creates a rigid structure. Trusses are used almost everywhere, they are used in
Tower, crane, bridges, etc. They are used to make the structure strong and
efficient in cost effective way. There are various types of truss present but here you will find the most common and
most effective truss normally and generally used by us. They are :
The Types of Truss are as follows :
King Post Truss
In this type of truss, the central vertical post, known as
king post, forms a support for a tie beam. The inclined members, known as
struts prevent the principal rafters from bending in the middle. A king post
Truss is suitable for roofs of span varying from 5 to 8 meters.
Queen post Truss
This truss differs from a king post truss in having two vertical
posts, known as Queen Post. This truss is suitable for spans varying from 8 to
12 meters.
Mansard Truss
This truss is named after a French architect Franscois
Mansard. It is a combination of king post and queen post truss. Mansard truss
is a two-storey truss with upper portion consisting of King Post truss and
lower potion consisting of Queen Post truss.
Truncated Truss
This truss is similar to Mansard Truss expect that the top
is formed flat, with a gentle slope to one side. This Truss is used when it is
required to provide a room in the roof.
Bel-Fast Roof Truss
Bel-Fast Roof Truss is also known as Latticed Roof or Bow
String Truss. This truss is in the form of bow. This truss can be used for long
spans of about 30 meters, provide the light roof covering is used.
