Product Overview

The Truss Structure Analysis System is an advanced educational tool designed to help students and trainees understand the analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate truss structures. It consists of modular members connected at joints, allowing users to study real-time structural behavior under varying loads. This system supports detailed analysis through strain gauges, deflection measurement, and load application mechanisms.

Key Features

• Dual Support Systems:

  • Includes a pinned support that allows rotation only, and a roller support permitting both rotation and horizontal translation.

• Strain Gauge Integration:

  • Each truss member is equipped with a strain gauge for precise force measurement due to applied loads.

• Deflection Measurement:

  • A precision trammel arm with a digital indicator (resolution: 0.001 mm) is provided for monitoring deflection.

• Load Application System:

  • Features a hand-operated load cell assembly for applying and accurately measuring loads (up to 650 N).

• Redundant Member Control:

  • A thumbscrew mechanism allows engagement/disengagement of an additional member for analysis of redundancy effects.

• Computer Interface:

  • Strain gauges are connected to a 16-input amplifier, which integrates with the Structures software platform for real-time data acquisition and visualization.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions & Weight

Included Items

• 16-input Strain Gauge Amplifier

• Pinned and Roller Supports

• Additional Upright Member

• Trammel Arm with Digital Indicator (0.001 mm resolution)

• Load Cell (Max. Capacity: 650 N)

• Pre-assembled Truss with 5 joint bosses and 8 square-section members

• Inclinometer

• Three Connection Cables

• Hex Tools for assembly and adjustments

• Storage Tray for organized transportation and storage

Applications

• Study of static equilibrium in trusses

• Analysis of member forces using strain gauges

• Investigation of structural deflection and load paths

• Comparison of determinate vs. indeterminate structures

• Ideal for engineering labs, technical institutes, and structural analysis coursework