3.4 - Static Determinacy
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Define what a statically determinate structure is.
💡 Hint: Think of simplicity in terms of calculations.
What is the relationship between equilibrium and static determinacy?
💡 Hint: Relate to the sum of forces being equal to zero.
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What defines a statically determinate structure?
💡 Hint: Focus on the essence of static determinacy.
True or False: A structure is statically indeterminate if the number of unknown reactions exceeds the number of equilibrium equations.
💡 Hint: Recall the definitions for clarity.
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Design a structure consisting of three beams arranged in a triangular truss and calculate the necessary forces, ensuring to illustrate how indeterminate forces are calculated.
💡 Hint: Start with a free-body diagram and apply static equilibrium to each beam.
Analyze a frame supported by four columns and experiencing three loads applied on different beams. Determine the internal forces in all members and commentary on its static determinacy.
💡 Hint: Visualize each load’s impact and how it can create tension or compression in the structure.
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