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Chapter2: Loads On Structures
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Transcribed Image Text:4. The truss shown in figure below is supported by a pin (hinge) support at A and a short link
FG. A beam is supported by rollers at joint B and joint C of the truss. The beam support a
distributed load as shown. The weight of the beam itself may be neglected.
a) Determine the reactions at supports A and F,
b) Determine the force in each member of the truss and indicate if the member is in tension
or compression.
4 kN
5 kN/m
2 kN/m
B
D
3 m
F
Short
G
Link
2 kN
3 m
3 m
4 m
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