The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied, joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.20 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 12 ft, b = 7 ft, and h = 10 ft. Determine the normal strain in each bar. A O a B y P b

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The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied,
joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.20 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 12 ft, b = 7 ft, and h = 10 ft. Determine the normal strain in each
bar.
A
a
B
b
C
h
Transcribed Image Text:The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied, joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.20 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 12 ft, b = 7 ft, and h = 10 ft. Determine the normal strain in each bar. A a B b C h
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