Radio masts and towers require regular inspection and maintenance to prevent failures and life-threatening situations. Aluminum masts are corrosion-resistant but susceptible to frost cracking. The condition of guy wires and rope tension should be checked, and regular anti-corrosion inspections of steel structures are necessary.
The main difference between masts and towers is the convenience of use and the amount of space needed for their installation. There is also an economic aspect. Generally, towers are more expensive, but require much less space, and masts are cheaper, but the plot needed to accommodate the guying system must be much larger. Masts require periodic inspections, rope tension checks, and in a critical situation they may...
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