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Truss Tension Chord Bracing - Really Necessary?
I think that there are cases when the bottom chord of a truss will need bracing even if it is in pure tension. Think about it this way: If the top chord of the truss is where the end supports are, and the loads are all applied downward to the bottom chord, then the bottom chord would not need...- kroe
- Post #27
- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
