A- Frames And Their Uses

Two similarly sized beams arranged at 45 degree angle and are attached at the top forms a structure what that is popularly known as the A-frame. Due to their two legged structure, they have a good stability. A- Frames are often made from various materials like wood, steel, etc, and are attached at the top by rope, wielding, riveting or gluing glue. It is a basic structure that can bear a load in a lightweight, economical manner. Many advanced designs of A- frames have a connecting cross member, giving the structure an appearance of capital letter A.