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  • Question 8

    Correct  SFD is D:  Check  out http://expeditionworkshed.org/applets/2D_frames/sketch_10/sketch_10.html for a great pushmepullme model of the problem. Thanks to  Al  form  supplying  the answer The answer is: D Since the load is applied at an angle, there two components of that load:...

  • Question 3

    Match each Shear Force Diagram (SFD- red)  with a Bending Moment Diagram (BMD-blue). Hint: BMDs are drawn on the tension side of the deflected shape. Match each Shear Force Diagram (SFD- red)  with a Bending Moment Diagram (BMD-blue). Hint: BMDs...

  • Question 2

    No  calculations this week! Which BMD matches the load-case for the structure shown below ? Choose  from the  following What a week over 60 entries! Unfortunately only 50% of them correct ( BMD:4). Quick Explanation: As the right hand support is...

  • Question 1

    Calculate the BM at the top right corner when x = 3.9m and P = 4.3kN. Write your answer to one decimal place and in units of kNm Congratulations to Barrie Dams you've won some chocolates! Tim Ibell, Antony Darby, Charlie...