Kneepiece

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003197",
  "term": "Kneepiece",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A structural component in timber framing or roof construction, typically a short, angled piece of wood connecting a rafter to a tie beam or wall plate. It provides additional rigidity and support, distributing loads and preventing spreading. This element is common in traditional truss designs.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Kniestück",
    "es": "rodillera",
    "fr": "renfort d'angle"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/kneepiece/"
}