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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What shape does a cable take under uniform distributed loads?
💡 Hint: Think about the curve formed under the load.
Question 2
Easy
Where does the maximum tension occur in a cable?
💡 Hint: Consider the points where the cable is anchored.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What type of load causes a cable to take on a parabolic shape?
- Point load
- Uniform distributed load
- Variable load
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of a distributed load.
Question 2
The maximum tension in a parabolic cable occurs:
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider where the cable experiences the greatest force.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
A cable is 20m long and is subjected to a uniform load of 400 N/m. Calculate and graph the shape of the cable under this load.
💡 Hint: Use the equation derived for parabolic shape.
Question 2
An engineer needs to design a cable system for a 100m long bridge experiencing a distributed load of 1000 N/m. Discuss the implications of the cable's parabolic shape on the structure's stability and design.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance between material selection, weight, and design considerations.
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