Member BC is an A992 W12x40 and is bend about its strong axis. Take L = 20-feet, Pu 90 kips, and wu = 2.3 kip/ft (includes self-weight). All joints are pinned. Determine the moment gradient Cb, and apply it to the flexural capacity. Does Member BC meet the AISC design criteria for combined stresses? Show all work to show why or why not.
Member BC is an A992 W12x40 and is bend about its strong axis. Take L = 20-feet, Pu 90 kips, and wu = 2.3 kip/ft (includes self-weight). All joints are pinned. Determine the moment gradient Cb, and apply it to the flexural capacity. Does Member BC meet the AISC design criteria for combined stresses? Show all work to show why or why not.
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Member BC is an A992 W12x40 and is bend about its strong axis. Take L = 20-feet, Pu 90 kips, and wu = 2.3 kip/ft (includes self-weight). All joints are pinned. Determine the moment gradient Cb, and apply it to the flexural capacity. Does Member BC meet the AISC design criteria for combined stresses? Show all work to show why or why not.

Transcribed Image Text:The image depicts a structural diagram of a truss system. It consists of four main points labeled A, B, C, and D, forming a quadrilateral shape. Here's a detailed description:
- **Members and Connections:**
- Member AB is vertically oriented, connecting points A and B.
- Member BC is horizontally oriented, connecting points B and C, and it is subject to a uniformly distributed load \( w_u \).
- Member CD is vertically oriented, connecting points C and D.
- Member AD is diagonally oriented, connecting points A and D.
- **Supports:**
- Point A is supported by a pinned support, allowing rotational movement but restricting vertical and horizontal translation.
- Point D is supported by a roller support, allowing horizontal movement but restricting vertical translation.
- **Loads:**
- A uniformly distributed load \( w_u \) is applied along the length of member BC.
- An external force \( P_u \) is applied at point B, directed vertically downward.
- **Dimensions:**
- The horizontal length between points A and D is indicated as \( L \).
- The vertical height from points A to B and D to C is also indicated as \( L \).
This truss system is used to analyze structural behavior, distributing loads, and reactions across its members while ensuring stability and integrity.
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