Vocabulary
The ability for a structure to withstand different types of loads
Structural Strength
When an engineer uses a curve in order to distribute loads
Arch's
What is the type of force that acts from within a structure
Internal Forces
A structure is built to withstand earthquakes or aggressive winds
Flexibility
The beauty of a structure
Aesthetics
When a structure falls down and breaks
Structural Failure
Adding the strongest shape into a structure in order to better support loads
Truss
The type of force the acts from outside
External Force
When a material loses its original shape
Deformation
Being able to cut in half a structure and have it identical on both sides
Symmetry
When a load is moving
Dynamic load
Define Corrugation
When a wave like pattern is added between two pieces of material in order to strengthen the object
Twisting the structure
Torsion
The two types of joints
Fixed and Moveable
Knowing what the structure will be used for after being built
Function
When a load is stationary
Static Load
The type of bridge that is supported using multiple different load bearing wires
A Suspension Bridge
The force is acting on the top and bottom of a structure
Compression
Durability
A structure needs to follow this rule when being built
Form Follows Function
When an engineer takes into account the height of the structure, so they build a larger base
Centre of Gravity
The type of bridge that is typically built for trains
Truss Bridge
When a force is acting on either side of the structure
Shear
List the 5 things engineers take into account before building
Aesthetics, Cost, Environmental factors, Disposal of waste, and Consumer Demand
The two names of additions to signs that can add support and beauty
Tie and Strut