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Q: The use of tie plates in laced columns is
  • A. prohibited
  • B. not prohibited
  • C. permitted at start and end of lacing system only
  • D. permitted between two parts of the lacing
Correct Answer: Option C - The use of the plates in laced columns– Laced compression members shall be provided with the plates at the ends of the lacing system and intersections with other members / stage and at point, where the lacing system are interrupted. The plates are members provided at the end of battened and laced members, and shall be designed by the same method as battens. In no case shall a tie plate and its fastening be incapable of carrying the forces for which the lacing or batten has been designed.
C. The use of the plates in laced columns– Laced compression members shall be provided with the plates at the ends of the lacing system and intersections with other members / stage and at point, where the lacing system are interrupted. The plates are members provided at the end of battened and laced members, and shall be designed by the same method as battens. In no case shall a tie plate and its fastening be incapable of carrying the forces for which the lacing or batten has been designed.

Explanations:

The use of the plates in laced columns– Laced compression members shall be provided with the plates at the ends of the lacing system and intersections with other members / stage and at point, where the lacing system are interrupted. The plates are members provided at the end of battened and laced members, and shall be designed by the same method as battens. In no case shall a tie plate and its fastening be incapable of carrying the forces for which the lacing or batten has been designed.