Calculation to work out if a structure will fail?

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To determine if a chimney support structure will fail, it's essential to create a free body diagram that illustrates all forces acting on the structure. Mark the magnitudes of these forces to analyze their impact. By resolving the forces in both X and Y directions, you can assess whether the structure can withstand the load. Cross bracing will enhance stability, but calculations must confirm its adequacy. Proper analysis is crucial for ensuring the structure's safety and integrity.
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Hello,

I have to make a support structure for a chimney. When I make the structure I need to know if it will fail or will stay up. Does anyone kno how I will be able to calculate this? It will be a structure with four corners and cross bracing across them.

Thanks.

Rob
 
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Draw a freebody diagram of your structure and mark on any forces acting on it by the chimney along with their associated magnitudes. From there you can resolve the forces in the X / Y directions and see if your structure is capable of withstanding the load.
 

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