crossbracing
Structural X pattern
Crossbracing is a structural reinforcement technique using diagonal members that cross each other, typically forming an X pattern.
The crossed elements resist forces from multiple directions, preventing racking or collapse in buildings, bridges, and furniture.
The crossbracing under the deck kept it from swaying.
Also styled as cross-bracing or cross bracing.
Load-bearing beam arrangement
- girderMain structural support beam
- beamStructural support member
- joistHorizontal structural beam
- strutProud, showy gait
diagonal · framework · lattice · chord · rafter · purlin · cantilever · trestle
Sustaining structural mass
- tensionStretched or strained state
- compressionForcing into smaller space
- bucklingBending from compression
- deflectionChange in trajectory
shear · stiffness · torsion · structural analysis · span · structural integrity
State of being unbending
- equilibriumState of balance
- steadinessState of being constant
- firmnessResistance to deformation
- wind resistanceAir opposing forward motion
Temporary exterior work platform
- formworkMold for poured concrete
- steelworkMetal structural components
- erectionAct of building upward
- assemblyConstructing from components
fabrication · carpentry · timber framing · shoring · falsework · metalwork · prefabrication · rigging
Increasing power or solidity
- buttressingSupporting from the side
- stiffeningBecoming less pliable
- anchoringFastening securely to position
- stabilizationProcess of becoming steady
shoring · underpinning · fortification · support · retrofit · consolidation · bolstering
truss
Load-bearing beam arrangement
strut · diagonal · framework · lattice · chord · rafter · purlin · cantilever · trestle · tiebar
load-bearing
Sustaining structural mass
- tensionStretched or strained state
- compressionForcing into smaller space
- bucklingBending from compression
deflection · shear · stiffness · torsion · structural analysis · span · structural integrity
rigidity
State of being unbending
- equilibriumState of balance
- steadinessState of being constant
- firmnessResistance to deformation
scaffolding
Temporary exterior work platform
assembly · fabrication · carpentry · timber framing · shoring · falsework · metalwork · prefabrication · rigging · bolting
strengthening
Increasing power or solidity
- buttressingSupporting from the side
- stiffeningBecoming less pliable
- anchoringFastening securely to position
stabilization · shoring · underpinning · fortification · support · retrofit · consolidation · bolstering