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Warren trusses

Scope note

Trusses with parallel chords between which the braces and ties are set at the same angle so as to form a series of isoceles triangles, the diagonals of which are alternately placed either in tension or compression. RS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300067518

Broader Terms used

<trusses by construction>

Equivalent Terms used

Warren truss

Created

13yrs ago

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