Span

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005496",
  "term": "Span",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The distance between two intermediate supports for a structure, such as a beam, arch, or truss. This measurement dictates the length of the structural element that must carry loads without direct support from below. The span length directly influences the required depth and material properties of the structural member to prevent excessive deflection or failure.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "see_also": [
    "chord",
    "clearspan",
    "makespan"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Spannweite",
    "es": "vano",
    "fr": "portée"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/span/"
}