Tag: Comparison of properties of construction materials

Human life is enhanced by structures. Every structure has a design that makes it best suited for its purpose and the material chosen to make the structure must have suitable properties.  Beams are used to carry loads.  A truss is made up of several beams joined together.  Different building materials have their advantages and disadvantages. There are a variety of methods of joining materials.

Human life is enhanced by structures. Every structure has a design that makes it best suited for its purpose and the material chosen to make the structure must have suitable properties.  Beams are used to carry loads.  A truss is made up of several beams joined together.  Different building materials have their advantages and disadvantages. There are a variety of methods of joining materials.