Bar and beam elements are considered as One Dimensional elements. These elements are often used to model trusses and frame structures. Bar is a member which resists only axial loads. A beam can resist axial, lateral and twisting loads. A truss is an assemblage of bars with pin joints and a frame is an assemblage of beam elements.
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