Forces
What is a force?
A form of a push or pull
What is an internal force
An internal force is when one part of the structure is creating force on another part of the structure.
What is a bridge?
What is ergonomics
What is a static force?
A non moving force/load
What is compression
A force that squeezes or pressing something together.
What is a beam bridge?
A simple bridge that consists of a horizontal beam supported by piers.
Why should ergonomics be important?
For people to work more comfortably and efficiently.
What Is a dynamic force
a moving force/load
What is tension?
A stretching force that expands or lengthns.
What is a truss bridge
A bridge made from triangles to provide the structure with extra support
What is a sensor?
Any device that can detect or measure a certain condition.
What is a solid frame structure?
a structure where It includes a frame
What is Shear?
A force that pushes in opposite directions.
What is an Arch bridge?
A semicircular shape to support the load. It use retaining walls to provide additional support.
Why are sensors important?
They are used to collect data and etc.
what is a shell structure
a solid structure with nothing inside
What is Torsion?
A force in a twisting motion
What is a suspension bridge?
A bridge that uses cables from tall structures to support the load.
What are ways sensors can save buildings from collapsing
to detect early faulty parts in the structure.