Cables

Cables – Flexible structural elements often made of steel, polypropylene, nylon, or fiberglass that carry tensile loads
Cable Net Systems – A category of cable systems that includes cable-stayed systems and double cable systems; refers to a system of cables designed to resist lateral loads
Cable Stayed Systems – A structure in which a series of linear cables directly support rigid horizontal members and masts under all anticipated loading conditions
Cold Stretching – a process that produces high strength steel
Double Cable Systems – A cable system that contains a linear main cable carrying the gravity load that is stiffened by secondary cables
Parabolic Cables – A cable that is subjected to a uniformly distributed load
Single Bolt Clam – A connection used for joining cables in a net
Strand – A composition of a number of wires that are helically formed around a central wire
Two Force Member - A structural member that is hinged or pinned at each end and does not carry any loads between the ends
U-Bolts – A connection used for joining cables in a net