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gusset plate

/ˈɡʌsɪt pleɪt/

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/ˈɡʌsɪt pleɪt/C1formaltechnical
  • ruПлоская, обычно треугольная или прямоугольная металлическая пластина, используемая для соединения и усиления стыков между конструктивными элементами, такими как балки, фермы или прогоны, в строительстве и машиностроении.

A flat, usually triangular or rectangular metal plate used to connect and strengthen joints between structural members, such as beams, trusses, or girders, in construction and engineering.

  1. Structural connectorC2formal

    A flat, usually metal plate used to connect beams, girders, or truss members in a structure, distributing loads and providing stability.

    ruСоединительная пластина

    • The gusset plate was bolted to the steel beams to reinforce the joint.
    • Engineers inspected the gusset plates for signs of corrosion.
    • The bridge's design relies on heavy-duty gusset plates at each connection point.