Towers and masts: transmission and telecom
What it is
Tall light structures that carry power lines or antennas.
How it works
Lattice steel towers resist wind and wire loads as a braced frame; masts are held up by guy cables.
Diagram: Indiacon original, not to scale.
Main components
Legs, bracing, cross-arms, insulators or antenna mounts, foundations, guy anchors.
Key codes
IS 802, IS 875 Part 3. Cited by number only; get the text from BIS or the issuing body.
Notable projects
High-voltage transmission corridors.
Videos
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