1.5×-Rated Load-Bearing Truss

CAD Engineer · Statics coursework project

Fab Method

CAD + MATLAB/Excel, hand fabrication

Materials

Structural members, gusset plates

Review

Professional engineer sign-off

Status

Validated at 1.5× required load

Overview

Designing, analyzing, and fabricating a truss to meet specific load requirements. As CAD engineer, I produced complete engineering drawings for professional review and led the hands-on manufacturing process.

Analysis

MATLAB/Excel structural analysis, integrating material test data to calculate safety factors and predict failure modes.

Design

Complete CAD models and engineering drawings, evaluating geometry, member sizing, and gusset connections.

Manufacturing

Hands-on manufacturing and assembly, with technical reports detailing material testing and analysis.

The 22 by 7 inch truss performed with a safety factor of 1.5, withstanding just over 1400 kN.

Outcome

This project demonstrated how engineering analysis and material testing translate to real-world performance through detailed documentation and hands-on fabrication.