Abstract: The invention relates to multi-element masts and a method of raising a multi-element mast by adding successive elements wherein a direction of traction (15) to be exerted by at least one operator on the free portion (16) of a tieline (8) emerging from a support plate (7) that enables raising the mast elements by the ascending movement of the plate (7) is defined and on a locking device (18) is fixed with respect to a mast guide shaft (4) and allows the portion of the tieline (8) emerging from the support plate (7) to unwind when the support plate is engaged and the tieline is pulled in the defined direction of traction (15). The locking device also permits locking of the tieline (8) against translation in the direction opposite the direction of traction previously defined, substantially at the end of any traction action.

Abstract: Lattice-type structure, formed by uprights disposed like the parallel edges of a regular prism, and by windbracing panels connecting said uprights in two's via sleeves fitted and fixed on these respective uprights, said sleeves comprising at least one pair of projecting sockets for connecting the upright with two adjacent windbracing panel elements.