Practice Problems - 3.4.4 | 3. Truss Analysis | Structural Analysis
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3.4.4 - Problems

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is static determinacy in the context of truss analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about what conditions must be met for a structure to be analyzed.

Question 2

Easy

Name the two types of internal forces in trusses.

💡 Hint: Consider how these forces affect the structural integrity.

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Question 1

What is the first step in analyzing a truss?

  • Check for static determinacy
  • Draw a free-body diagram
  • Assume member forces are tensile

💡 Hint: What condition must the truss meet to ensure proper analysis?

Question 2

True or False: A negative member force indicates the member is in tension.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when your initial assumptions about direction are incorrect.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a simple truss system to support a specific load. Specify the member sizes and materials to ensure it is statically determinate.

💡 Hint: Refer to tension and compression requirements based on loading.

Question 2

Analyze a complex truss structure with a given load and calculate member forces using the method of joints. Discuss any assumptions necessary for your analysis.

💡 Hint: Remember to draw free-body diagrams for each joint to visualize the components.

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