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Q: Which of the following types of tension members are used often as tension members in transmission towers, foot bridges?
  • A. Rods
  • B. Cables
  • C. Flat bars
  • D. Wires
Correct Answer: Option C - Plates and flats– Plates and flat bars are often used as tension members in transmission towers, foot bridges, etc. • These are also used in columns to keep the component members in their correct position, e.g. lacing flatten, batten plates, end tie plates etc.
C. Plates and flats– Plates and flat bars are often used as tension members in transmission towers, foot bridges, etc. • These are also used in columns to keep the component members in their correct position, e.g. lacing flatten, batten plates, end tie plates etc.

Explanations:

Plates and flats– Plates and flat bars are often used as tension members in transmission towers, foot bridges, etc. • These are also used in columns to keep the component members in their correct position, e.g. lacing flatten, batten plates, end tie plates etc.