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STATICS

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TRUSSES:
Method of Joints
Method of Sections
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Step by Step Approach

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1)Identify the reactionary forces
2)Draw the FBD
3) Choose a joint with one or two unknowns, a t the most. Two unknowns
or less.
4)Using equilibrium, Solve all the forces in vertical and horizontal equals
to zero.
5)Summarize in tabulated or Figure form the Forces in each member and
the type of axial force(tension or compression)
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Sample Problem
Identify the Reactionary Forces 8

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Choose Joint B for FBD
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Forces along X axis is zero
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Forces along Y is zero
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Choose joint C for FBD
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Answer
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Assignment/homework Item no 1

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Find the force in the member EG; all

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members 1 meter long
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Assignment item No. 3

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