In this assignment, start from a loaded joint and use the method of joints to calculate the truss member forces. (1) Determine the force in each member of the loaded truss. Ans: AB 900 lb T, AC = 780 lb C, BC = 720 lb T 20 in. 16 in. B 15 in.- 240 lb

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In this assignment, start from a loaded joint and use the method of joints to calculate the
truss member forces.
(1) Determine the force in each member of the loaded truss.
Ans: AB 900 lb T, AC = 780 lb C, BC = 720 lb T
20 in.
16 in.
B
15 in.-
240 lb
Transcribed Image Text:In this assignment, start from a loaded joint and use the method of joints to calculate the truss member forces. (1) Determine the force in each member of the loaded truss. Ans: AB 900 lb T, AC = 780 lb C, BC = 720 lb T 20 in. 16 in. B 15 in.- 240 lb
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