| 摘要 |
<p>The present invention provides a truss assembly apparatus (1) and method (100) for coupling truss members (2). The apparatus (1) comprises a first lever (5) and second lever (6) joined at a joint mechanism (7). The first lever (5) comprises a handle (5A) at one end and a first head (5B) at another end. The second lever (6) also comprises a handle (6A) at one end and a second head (6B) at another end. The second head (6B) further comprises a second tip (6T) for engaging a head of a truss pin (3H). Additionally, the first head (5B) comprises a first tip (5T) which is substantially curved in profile and capable of both receiving and supporting the walls of a truss member (2). The first tip (5T) further comprises an opening (5S) such as a slot allowing for at least the tip of the pin (3T) to pass therethrough.</p> |
