4 - TRUSSES
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Practice Questions
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List the main assumptions used in truss analysis.
💡 Hint: Think about the conditions we consider in real-life structures.
Define a statically determinate truss.
💡 Hint: What does it mean if we can solve a problem directly from static equations?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main characteristic of a truss?
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions we discussed in class.
True or False: A Howe truss design has its diagonals primarily in tension.
💡 Hint: Remember the stress distribution of different truss types.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a complex truss structure. Given specific loads at different joints, find the internal forces using the method of joints, detailing each step of your approach.
💡 Hint: Focus on one joint at a time and ensure all forces acting on it are accounted for.
Design a simple truss for a small bridge with specified length and load capacity. Discuss the choice of truss type (like Pratt or Howe) based on material properties.
💡 Hint: Consider weight distribution and the load types usual in bridge applications.
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