B D 6 ft C 8 ft
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Determine the smallest diameter of rod AB so that the beam remains in the horizontal position when it is loaded.
Determine the smallest diameter of rod CD so that the beam remains in the horizontal position when it is loaded.

Transcribed Image Text:The rigid beam is supported at its ends by two A-36
steel tie rods. (Figure 1) The allowable stress for
the steel is O allow =
18.4 ksi, the load
w = 2.7 kip/ft, and x = 4 ft.
Figure
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B
6 ft
C
-8 ft

Transcribed Image Text:Determine the smallest diameter of rod CD so that the beam remains in the horizontal
position when it is loaded.
Express your answer to three significant figures and include appropriate units.
HÁ
?
dcD
Value
Units
Determine the smallest diameter of rod AB so that the beam remains in the horizontal
position when it is loaded.
Express your answer to three significant figures and include appropriate units.
?
dAB
Value
Units
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