Select the incorrect statement from the following.

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  1. Purlin is subjected to biaxial bending.
  2. The span of purlin is center to center of truss; purlin is located at the panel point of the truss.
  3. Purlin runs perpendicular to truss.
  4. Purlin is designed as a tension member.

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Option 4 : Purlin is designed as a tension member.
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Concept:

Purlin:

It is a member of truss which are supported on the principle rafter and which transverse loads to the truss. These are some important properties of purlin- 

  • It is a biaxial bending member.
  • The span of purlin is center to center of truss, purlin is located at the panel point of the truss.
  • Maximum spacing between purlins is less than 1.4 m. 
  • Angle, Channel, I-sections and Z-sections are used for purlins and girders to support the cladding. 
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