Chapter 6, Problem 58P

2. Determine the forces in each member of the truss below. Use the method of joints. State if the members are in tension or compression. 300 lb -2 ft- +261- -2 ft B 3 ft

METHOD OF SECTIONS 2. Find the force in members BC, BE and AE of the given truss. State whether each member is in tension or compression. Solve also for the components of the reactions at the supports. 3 m 5 m 300 kN B E 400 KN -3 m- 3 m--- AUT

Determine the force in members HG, HE, and DE of the truss, and state if the members are in tension or compression. (Use method of Sections) K H G 4 ft D E F -3 ft--3 ft - 3 ft -3 ft- -3 ft - 1500 lb 1500 lb 1500 lb 1500 lb 1500 lb