In Figure 1.2, the horizontal rigid beam ABCD is supported by vertical bars (1) and (2) and is loaded at points A and D by vertical forces P = 30 kN and Q = 40 kN, respectively. Assume that the dimensions a=2.5 m, b=2 m and c = 1.5 m. Determine the internal force of each bar.

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In Figure 1.2, the horizontal rigid beam ABCD is supported by vertical bars (1) and (2) and is
loaded at points A and D by vertical forces P = 30 kN and Q = 40 kN, respectively. Assume that
the dimensions a = 2.5 m, b = 2 m and c = 1.5 m. Determine the internal force of each bar.
Answer:
A
a
f₁ = 37.5 kN, f₂ = 32.5 KN
L₁
B
(1)
b
L₂
C
(2)
-X,U
D
Transcribed Image Text:In Figure 1.2, the horizontal rigid beam ABCD is supported by vertical bars (1) and (2) and is loaded at points A and D by vertical forces P = 30 kN and Q = 40 kN, respectively. Assume that the dimensions a = 2.5 m, b = 2 m and c = 1.5 m. Determine the internal force of each bar. Answer: A a f₁ = 37.5 kN, f₂ = 32.5 KN L₁ B (1) b L₂ C (2) -X,U D
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