Calc Forces in Members FG, GD & CD: Virtual Work

In summary, virtual work is a method used to determine the forces acting on a structure by considering the work done by these forces. It is based on the principle of conservation of energy and provides an efficient and accurate way to analyze structures. To apply virtual work, a virtual displacement is created in the structure and the work done by external forces is equated to the work done by internal forces. This method offers advantages such as simplicity, accuracy, and the ability to analyze complex structures, but it also has limitations such as assuming static equilibrium and requiring knowledge of the structure's behavior.
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1. Calculate the forces in the members FG, GD, and CD of the truss shown in the figure by using the principle of virtual work. All horizontal and vertical members are 1m long
2. I have attached the diagram
3. I can easily calculate this using normal principles, but not understanding how to use Virtual work
 

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Find the relationship between the virtual displacements caused by the loads and the virtual displacements at the joints.
 

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