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A strut is defined as a structural member subjected to compression in a direction parallel to its longitudinal axis. The term strut is commonly used for compression members in roof trusses. A strut may be used in a vertical position or in an inclined position in roof trusses. The compression members may be subjected to both axial compression and bending.

When compression members are overloaded then their failure may take place because of one of the following:

Direct compression

Excessive bending

Bending combined with twisting

The failure of column depends upon its slenderness ratio. The load required to cause above mentioned failures decreases as the length of compression member increases, the cross-sectional area of the member being constant.

Design of Compression Members

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