What is Trussed and How Does it Work?

Trussed refers to a structure or component that has been reinforced with additional support elements, such as braces or struts, to improve its stability and resistance to deformation. The term is often used in engineering and construction to describe buildings, bridges, and other structures that have been strengthened with trusses.

In a trussed structure, the compression forces are transferred from one member to another through the use of diagonal braces, which distribute the loads more evenly and provide additional support. This allows the structure to resist bending and twisting forces more effectively, and can help to prevent collapse or deformation under load.

Trussed structures are commonly used in building construction, particularly in roof and floor systems, where they can help to distribute loads more evenly and provide additional support for the weight of the building. They are also used in bridges, where they can help to resist the forces generated by traffic and other external loads.