Static Behaviour Analysis of Masts With Combined Guys

The purpose of this study was to develop a new type of guyed mast that incorporates a complex guy cable system with a particular focus on the effect of static loading on the response mast behaviour. The intension of such solution is to increase a number of elastic supports for the mast shaft that will impact on its stability under loading. The static analysis of a one‐level guyed mast has been undertaken. The effects of geometrical and physical design parameters on the displacements of the mast were determined. The analysis is illustrated with two‐guyed masts: the bending moments and lateral displacements were determined for a typical guyed mast and guyed mast with combined guys.