5 k 5 k 5 k 5 k 5 k to F H B 15 ft [D hi hi A E -10 ft -10 ft -10 ft- -10 ft- (a)

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The three-hinged trussed arch shown in supports the symmetric loading. Determine the required height h1 of the joints B and D, so that the arch takes a funicular shape. Member HG is intended to carry no force.

5 k
5 k
5 k
5 k
5 k
to
F
H
B
15 ft
[D
hi
hi
A
E
-10 ft
-10 ft
-10 ft-
-10 ft-
(a)
Transcribed Image Text:5 k 5 k 5 k 5 k 5 k to F H B 15 ft [D hi hi A E -10 ft -10 ft -10 ft- -10 ft- (a)
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