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Week 3 – Structural Truss

A truss is a structural framework made of interconnected members arranged in triangular shapes. The triangular geometry makes trusses extremely strong and efficient because triangles maintain their shape under load and distribute forces through the structure. When weight from a roof, bridge deck, or other load is applied, the forces are transferred through the truss members as either tension (pulling) or compression (pushing). Instead of bending like a solid beam, each member primarily carries axial force, which allows the structure to span longer distances while using less material. Because of this efficiency, trusses are commonly used in roof systems, bridges, and large open spaces where interior supports would be undesirable.

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Eleni Marinos is a Mediterranean archaeologist currently based in Athens. She holds a PhD from the University of Crete and has worked at excavation sites in Greece, Turkey, and southern Italy.

Her work explores the intersection of ritual, landscape, and memory. This blog is both a public field journal and a quiet meditation on ruins, heritage, and the passage of time.

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