The Torsion Box Platform - Woodworks Made Easy. Ever wondered how airplane wings are structurally designed to attain their rigidity and strength? And yet be light enough so that its own weight is not a liability to flight and fuel. The torsion box design makes it possible; and in woodworking, this offers many possibilities to build a platform that is lightweight, strong and extremely rigid.
Fine Points of Torsion Boxes. A torsion box is a clever way to create a strong, lightweight, flat surface for shelves or worktables.
Here's some info on materials and assembly. September 23, 2006 Question I am experimenting with torsion boxes. Build a Plywood Torsion Box - Fine Woodworking Q&A.