This is a type of a body stress that happens when the forces that act on it flatten it or reduce its length or thickness. It often happens when the structures need to support a weight
compression
How do you call a vertical architectural element that is used to support the weight of a structure?
column, pillar
This is a type of stress when the forces acting on an element make it curve or bend. It is often done by supporting the two ends and applying force in the center
bending
A structure of the building is an example of what kind of structure?
frame structure
Walls and dams are the examples of what kind of structures?
mass structures
Name at least 2 ways to support the stability of a structure
By widening the base; locating the center of gravity at a lower point; making a good foundation; using stay cables
How do you call a method of making weak structures stronger by giving them a triangular shape?
trussing/triangulation
What is an influence that can deform a body or change its movement?
force
Name at least 3 of the 5 types stresses that a body may have to support?
Compression, tension or traction, bending, torsion, and shear
If something is rigid, what does it mean?
It doesn't deform
If something elastic, what does it mean?
It can deform but then returns to its original shape
What is the collection of elements arranged in an optimum way to support a body or an object?
structure
In which structures are the stay cables often used?
suspension bridges
Capacity of a structure to remain upright and not tip over
Stability
This type of stress is caused by the forces that make a body twist
torsion
How do you call the types of structures that are solid, heavy and very sturdy?
Solid structures
This stress is caused by by two equal forces that act close to each other and are applied in two opposite directions. This kind of stress tends to cut the material if it cannot twist or bend
shear
Capacity of an object to bear the tensions that it’s subjected without breaking
Resistance
How do you call the structures that are formed by columns and beams that act as supporting elements?
frame structures
What is a strength of a material?
Its ability to withstand external forces without breaking
How do you call a horizontal architectural element that is used to support the weight of the floors and the ceilings?
Grider, beam
How do you call the physical demands that a body or object must withstand when one or more external forces are applied to it?
stresses
How do you call the structures that are composed of bars that from triangles and are lightweight and sturdy?
Triangulated structures
Suspension bridges, tents and marquees are the examples of what kind of structures?
suspended structures
Cranes and electricity pylons are the examples of what kind of structures?
Triangulated structures
What is a center of gravity?
A point where the weight of the object is considered to be concentrated
How do you call the structures that are held in place by cables and suspenders attached to sturdy supports?
suspended structures
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