Truss Roof (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What are truss roofs made from?
What are truss roofs made from?
Prefabricated pitched roof frames
What connection method joins timber elements in trusses?
What connection method joins timber elements in trusses?
Gang nail plates
Which truss members experience tension forces?
Which truss members experience tension forces?
Horizontal ties at the bottom
What is the main function of ties in a truss?
What is the main function of ties in a truss?
Maintain triangular shape & prevent spread
What do diagonal braces prevent in truss roofs?
What do diagonal braces prevent in truss roofs?
Racking (moving out of square)
What are the dimensions of galvanised steel straps used for holding down trusses?
What are the dimensions of galvanised steel straps used for holding down trusses?
30 x 5mm
What is the maximum overhang for a gable ladder?
What is the maximum overhang for a gable ladder?
300mm
What is the maximum spacing for support noggins in gable ladders?
What is the maximum spacing for support noggins in gable ladders?
900mm centres
What design advantage do truss roofs offer?
What design advantage do truss roofs offer?
No load-bearing internal walls needed
What is the primary function of wall plates?
What is the primary function of wall plates?
Provide bearing surface for trusses