… using equilibrium in a specific cross-section

… using equilibrium in a specific cross-section#

There are two methods which can be applied. In general, it is advised to first solve for the support reactions and identify zero-force members.

Method of joints#

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This method investigates free-body-diagrams of individual joints and uses force equilibrium of a particle to solve the section forces. It is treated in chapter 9.3.2 of the book Engineering Mechanics Volume 1 (Hartsuijker and Welleman, 2006).

Exercises#

Method of sections#

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This method investigates free-body-diagrams of parts of the structure and uses force and moment equilibrium to solve the section forces. It is treated in chapter 9.3.2 of the book Engineering Mechanics Volume 1 (Hartsuijker and Welleman, 2006).

Exercises#

General exercises#

The following exercises can be made with any method of your liking:

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