The Pratt Truss Explained [2025]
The Pratt Truss is a structural system commonly used as bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.
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How to Calculate The Cross Sectional Area? [A Beginner’s Guide]
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate cross-sectional areas. Even of complex cross-sections.
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The Fink Truss [All YOU Need to Know]
The Fink Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.
Warren Truss: What is it? And How to Calculate it?
The Warren Truss is a structural system commonly used as bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.
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11 Types of Trusses [The MOST Used]
Trusses are commonly used as roof or bridge structures. But there are so many different types. Read more to pick the right type.
Scaniverse Review: Free 3D Laser Scans with Your iPhone
In this guide, we walk you through how to make your first 3D scan with your iPhone, step-by-step.
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12 Types of Columns in Buildings [The MOST Used]
Rectangular concrete, I-section steel and timber columns are the easy ones everyone knows about. Read more about the not-so-common types of columns.
What Is a Beam? And 7 Types of Beams
Learn about what a beam is and what 7 different types of beams are used (2 examples: simply supported and cantilever beam)
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Types of Loads on Beams [Full Guide]
An in depth guide covering what types of loads act on beams such as UDL, point and snow load. Check out the article to read about the other 9 loads.
Steel Beam Design – A Step-By-Step Guide
Check out this guide to learn how to design steel beams for bending, shear, buckling and deflection.