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What is the purpose of a timber roof truss?
To bridge the space above a room and provide support for a roof
What is the function of longitudinal timbers such as purlins in relation to trusses?
Linking trusses at regular intervals
Why were pairs of opposing rafters initially tied together by a horizontal tie beam?
To form coupled rafters and prevent walls from toppling
What is the function of cross-bracing in a timber roof truss?
To stabilize and rigidify the truss unit
What are the top and bottom members of a truss called, respectively?
Top chord and bottom chord
Test your knowledge about timber roof trusses, the structural framework designed to support roofs and bridge spaces above rooms. Learn about the components and design considerations of timber roof trusses.
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