International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition
International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition
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ISBN: 9781305501607
Author: Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Problem #4 (35 points): The Howe roof truss is supported by a pinned connection at A and by a
roller at G. Forces are imposed at several joints as shown below.
600 lb
800 lb
800 lb
D
1000 lb
E
F
9 ft
(a) Identify all zero-force members
(if any) by inspection.
(b) Find the forces in members CD,
CK, LK, BC, and BL. Indicate
whether each member is in
tension or compression.
M
L
K
H
6 ft
ik
6 ft
6 ft
6 ft
6 ft
6 ft
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Transcribed Image Text:Problem #4 (35 points): The Howe roof truss is supported by a pinned connection at A and by a roller at G. Forces are imposed at several joints as shown below. 600 lb 800 lb 800 lb D 1000 lb E F 9 ft (a) Identify all zero-force members (if any) by inspection. (b) Find the forces in members CD, CK, LK, BC, and BL. Indicate whether each member is in tension or compression. M L K H 6 ft ik 6 ft 6 ft 6 ft 6 ft 6 ft
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