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Using the method of joints, determine the force in each member of the truss shown. 

The image depicts a truss structure with multiple members connected by pins at points labeled A, B, C, D, and E. The truss is supported at A and E, with E being supported vertically on the ground and A horizontally against a wall.

Dimensions:
- The horizontal distances are divided into sections of 4', 3', and 3', marked from left to right.
- The vertical distances are divided into sections of 2', 3', and 4', marked from top to bottom, with each section corresponding to the placement of different points in the truss.

Load:
- There are two loads acting downward:
  - A 5K (kilo-pound) force is applied at point C.
  - A 2K (kilo-pound) force is applied at point D.

Structure:
- The truss consists of diagonal, vertical, and horizontal members forming a geometric structure.
- Member AB runs diagonally from A to B.
- Member BC is horizontal from B to C.
- Member BD runs diagonally from B to D, forming a triangular section BCD with member CD, which is horizontal from C to D.
- Member DE is a vertical member from D to E.
- There is another diagonal member BE connecting B to E.

Support:
- Point A is supported by a pin against a wall, suggesting it allows rotation but not horizontal movement.
- Point E is supported vertically on the ground to sustain vertical loads.

Purpose:
This diagram is often used in engineering to analyze the forces in each truss member, ensuring the design can support the applied loads safely.
Transcribed Image Text:The image depicts a truss structure with multiple members connected by pins at points labeled A, B, C, D, and E. The truss is supported at A and E, with E being supported vertically on the ground and A horizontally against a wall. Dimensions: - The horizontal distances are divided into sections of 4', 3', and 3', marked from left to right. - The vertical distances are divided into sections of 2', 3', and 4', marked from top to bottom, with each section corresponding to the placement of different points in the truss. Load: - There are two loads acting downward: - A 5K (kilo-pound) force is applied at point C. - A 2K (kilo-pound) force is applied at point D. Structure: - The truss consists of diagonal, vertical, and horizontal members forming a geometric structure. - Member AB runs diagonally from A to B. - Member BC is horizontal from B to C. - Member BD runs diagonally from B to D, forming a triangular section BCD with member CD, which is horizontal from C to D. - Member DE is a vertical member from D to E. - There is another diagonal member BE connecting B to E. Support: - Point A is supported by a pin against a wall, suggesting it allows rotation but not horizontal movement. - Point E is supported vertically on the ground to sustain vertical loads. Purpose: This diagram is often used in engineering to analyze the forces in each truss member, ensuring the design can support the applied loads safely.
Using the method of joints, determine the force in each member of the truss shown. Summarize the results on a force summation diagram, and indicate whether each member is in tension or compression.
Transcribed Image Text:Using the method of joints, determine the force in each member of the truss shown. Summarize the results on a force summation diagram, and indicate whether each member is in tension or compression.
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