Tie

A Tie is a Structural Member which is subjected to Tension.

Struts are most likely to fail by snapping because of insufficient Tensile Strength

Simple Frames and Linkages can be explored using Construction Kits such as those listed below.

More varied models can be constructed using the materials listed at Truss Bridge Models or Stripwood Technology Materials and tools described in Stripwood Technology Tools.

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Viga Wooden Construction Set	Straws and Connectors	Construction Engineering Blocks	K'Nex Education Group Set	Engino STEM Construction Set	Lego Duplo Tech Machines Set	Lego Education Core Set	Meccano Easy Construction Box	Fischertechnik Universal Building Kit