Using Method of Sections find 10 kips A 20′ – 0" F B 20'-0" 40 k G
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Transcribed Image Text:**Title: Determining the Force in Truss Member BC Using the Method of Sections**
**Objective:**
To find the force in the truss member BC by employing the Method of Sections.
**Procedure:**
1. **Diagram Analysis:**
The truss structure presents a series of joints and members arranged as follows:
- A triangular arrangement forms with points A, F, E, G, H, B, C, and D.
- Horizontal members: AF, FG, GH, and HE.
- Vertical/diagonal members: AB, BF, FC, CG, GD, DH, and DE.
2. **Loads and Supports:**
- There are three vertical loads applied at:
- B: 10 kips downwards
- C: 40 kips downwards
- D: 10 kips downwards
- Horizontal distances between points: 20 feet each.
- Vertical distance: 20 feet (distance between D and E).
3. **Support Reactions:**
- Point A: Pinned support (provides both vertical and horizontal reactions).
- Point E: Roller support (provides a vertical reaction only).
4. **Objective: Force in Member BC**
- Use the Method of Sections:
- Cut through the truss to isolate member BC.
- Form equilibrium equations (sum of forces and moments).
**Steps in Method of Sections:**
1. **Draw Free-Body Diagram (FBD)** of the section including members intersected by the cut: BC, CG, and GD.
2. **Apply Equilibrium Equations**:
- Sum of vertical forces (ΣFy = 0)
- Sum of horizontal forces (ΣFx = 0)
- Sum of moments about any point within the section (ΣM = 0)
**Diagram Description:**
- **Structure**:
- A truss with a horizontal span divided into four segments of 20 feet each.
- It comprises vertical and diagonal members forming triangular shapes.
**Truss Description:**
- Identified Points:
- A: Pin support starting point
- B & D: Points with downward loads of 10 kips each.
- C: Point with a downward load of 40 kips.
- E: Roller support
- Internal Signals: To determine the force in member BC.
**Conclusion:**
Using the
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