Practice - Efficiency in Load Bearing
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary loading type in arches?
💡 Hint: Consider how forces are applied to the arch.
List one advantage of using arches over beams.
💡 Hint: Think about material usage.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary method arches use to support loads?
💡 Hint: Consider the forces at play in an arch.
True or False: A parabolic arch can support uniform loads without bending moments.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the characteristics of parabolic shapes.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a parabolic arch for a small pedestrian bridge with a 20 ft span and a 2 ft rise. Calculate the maximum axial load it can support.
💡 Hint: Remember to consider the weight distribution across the arch.
Critique a given design of a semi-circular arch with a rise of 5 ft and a span of 30 ft. Identify potential weaknesses.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the current design handles vertical and horizontal forces.
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