Practice - INTERNAL FORCES IN STRUCTURES
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Practice Questions
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What type of load do arches primarily transmit?
💡 Hint: Think about how cables work since arches are similar.
Name one benefit of using a three-hinged arch.
💡 Hint: Consider stability in structures.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of stress do arches primarily deal with?
💡 Hint: Remember, arches are like inverted cables.
True or False: A three-hinged arch can experience bending moments at supports.
💡 Hint: Think about how hinges affect structural behavior.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a two-hinged arch for a bridge, ensuring it can withstand asymmetric loads. Discuss how you'll determine the necessary dimensions and materials.
💡 Hint: Start by sketching a moment diagram to visualize forces.
Analyze the potential failure modes of a semi-circular arch under varying live loads. What design principles would you employ to mitigate these risks?
💡 Hint: Look at how varying loads can shift the center of gravity.
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