Gusset plate

Gusset plate
Gusset plate used on the I-35W Mississippi River bridge, which collapsed in 2007
Materialsteel, copper, or aluminum
UsesBridges, buildings, and other structures
Connection methodsWelding, bolts, or rivets

In structural engineering and construction, a gusset plate is a plate for connecting beams and girders to columns. A gusset plate can be fastened to a permanent member either by bolts, rivets or welding or a combination of the three. They are used in bridges and buildings, as well as other structures.

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