Hey Craig- Thanks for the info!
One of the parameters is for users to be able to take in views from the bridge while crossing. One of the designs we've considered is a lattice truss, but one that's only 42" high. Designer (wife...) thinks the lattice truss a bit busy and prefers a more traditional handrail and spindles (which does go more neatly with existing buildings).
I'd like to play around with a king post design along with a shear keyed beam:
I'd use ~4X4 hardwood shear keys at ~16" o.c., let 1" in to each beam, creating a 2" space between the beams, which would also allow for deck bearing.
Anyone care to comment? Cheers!
Chris Koehn
