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A strut is a structural component commonly found in engineering, aeronautics, architecture and anatomy. Struts generally work by resisting longitudinal compression, but they may also serve in tension.
Struts on the undercarriage, wings and tailplane of an Antonov An-2 biplane
Struts on the undercarriage, wings and tailplane of an Antonov An-2 biplane
ORI strut, off-road application of strut
ORI strut, off-road application of strut
Strut bar
Strut bar
Compression strut on Piper Pawnee (low-wing aircraft)
Compression strut on Piper Pawnee (low-wing aircraft)
Tie (engineering)
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A tie, strap, tie rod, eyebar, guy-wire, suspension cables, or wire ropes, are examples of linear structural components designed to resist tension. It is the opposite of a strut or column, which is designed to resist compression. Ties may be made of any tension resisting material.
Hurricane ties are in place at the top of the wall as the roof trusses are being placed.
Hurricane ties are in place at the top of the wall as the roof trusses are being placed.
The 15th-century tie-beam roof at St Marys Church, Radnage, Buckinghamshire in England
The 15th-century tie-beam roof at St Marys Church, Radnage, Buckinghamshire in England