Introduction A truss bridge is a type of bridge whose load-bearing superstructure is composed of a truss, a structure of connected elements, typically arranged in triangular units. These connected elements, which are usually straight, can experience stress from tension, compression, or sometimes both

Truss bridges are a vital component of modern civil engineering, providing efficient solutions for spanning large distances while supporting heavy loads. The design of these bridges relies heavily on the principles of force balance, which ensures that all forces acting on the structure are in equili