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an engaged pier that provides lateral support
See Clause 1.5.2.22; see also Clause 1.5.2.18 for dimensions.
Source - AS 3700:2018: Masonry Structures
HB50
projecting construction built as part of, or against, a wall to resist lateral thrust
See Figure A.78
See Figure A.78
A buttress gives additional strength and stability to a wall, distribute superimposed loads and/or resist the lateral thrusts from an arch, roof, or vault, as in large churches and cathedrals. Corner buttresses, used to strengthen towers or buildings, are named according to their plan shape: angle buttress, clasping buttress, diagonal buttress, or setback buttress.
See also: flying buttress; pier buttress
