Guest Lecture at Kanagawa Prefectural Fujisawa Technical High School

Learning the Fundamentals of Structural Design Through Truss StructuresOn June 10, 2025, we held a guest lecture and company introduction session at Kanagawa Prefectural Fujisawa Technical High School in Fujisawa City.
The lecture, led by our young engineers, was centered on the theme:
“Structural Member Design in Truss Structures.”
The aim was to give students a chance to experience the basics of structural design through the practical concept of trusses.

◾️What Is a Truss Structure? – Its Practical Applications and Educational Value

Truss structures are strong, stable frameworks composed of interconnected triangles, commonly used in bridges, roofs, and other steel structures.
In the lecture, our engineers explained the basics of structural mechanics—such as how forces flow through a structure and how loads are distributed across individual members.Students then took part in manual calculations, including:Stress calculations,Reaction force analysis,Cross-sectional design.By working through these with our engineers, students experienced the foundational steps of real structural design.
Many students shared that they appreciated the opportunity to ask questions directly and found the focused learning environment highly engaging.

◾️Hands-On Learning That Connects to Real-World Practice

The main goal of this session was to help students understand how the subjects they’re studying now connect directly to future careers.At the end of the class, we also presented an overview of our company, highlighting real examples of structures we have designed, including power plants, LNG terminals, and petrochemical facilities.

◾️For High School Educators in Architecture and Civil Engineering Fields

We believe that guest lectures like this serve as a valuable bridge between education and industry.For students interested in architecture or plant engineering, this kind of hands-on learning provides insight into the practical applications of what they study.We plan to continue offering such lectures, providing high school students with direct experiences that link school education to professional careers.With a one-on-one teaching approach, we strive to make every class meaningful.If you’re a teacher or organization interested in arranging a guest lecture, please feel free to contact us. We’d be happy to discuss the possibilities with you.