Bar AB in the three-hinged arch is horizontal. (Assume that the +x-axis is to the right and the +y-axis is up along the page. 2.1 kips A B 3.2 kips 10 ft 4 ft→< 8 ft -4 ft><4 ft>
Bar AB in the three-hinged arch is horizontal. (Assume that the +x-axis is to the right and the +y-axis is up along the page. 2.1 kips A B 3.2 kips 10 ft 4 ft→< 8 ft -4 ft><4 ft>
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Transcribed Image Text:**Diagram Explanation:**
The diagram shows a three-hinged arch with points A, B, and C. Bar AB is horizontal. The following features are present:
- Point A is a support on the left side with an unknown force \( A_x \) (horizontal) and \( A_y \) (vertical).
- A vertical load of 2.1 kips is applied at point B.
- A vertical load of 3.2 kips is applied at the end of the inclined section, 10 feet above point C.
- Point C is a support on the right side with an unknown force \( C_x \) (horizontal) and \( C_y \) (vertical).
**Dimensions:**
- Distance from A to B is 8 feet.
- Distance from B to C horizontally is 8 feet.
- Vertical height from the horizontal line through A and B to the load at C is 10 feet.
**Calculations Required:**
1. **Determine the reactions at A and C in pounds:**
- For \( A_x \) and \( C_x \): Input magnitude; directions are shown with arrows.
- For \( A_y \) and \( C_y \): Input magnitude; directions are shown with arrows.
2. **Determine the forces pin B exerts on each member in pounds:**
- \( B_x \) for the horizontal component.
- \( B_y \) for the vertical component.
These values must comply with the equilibrium conditions of a static system:
- Sum of horizontal forces = 0
- Sum of vertical forces = 0
- Sum of moments about any point = 0
This setup is used to solve for forces in a statically determinate structure, often seen in structural engineering problems.
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