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Child's SwingThe frame of the swing is a very simple structure, with the legs acting as struts (ie, they are under compression) and the cross member acting as a beam from which to support the swings.The swing seats are suspended by chains from the cross beam, and are therefore ties (under tension) | Playground swing The top yellow beam is subjected to a bending force |
Structure information
Submitted by
Mike Hume
Location
Homestead Park, York
Date photo taken
March 2003
Materials used
Steel
Categories
Frame
