Is My A-Frame Structure at Risk of Buckling or Bending?

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The discussion centers on analyzing an inverted 'A-frame' structure to determine if it is at risk of buckling or bending under a uniform distributed load of 6580 N/m. The user seeks to confirm that the load components can be resolved into those acting perpendicular and parallel to the members, with the perpendicular component causing bending and the parallel component leading to buckling. Forum participants affirm that this approach is valid for initial analysis. The user expresses a desire for more advanced and accurate methods for assessing structural integrity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding load distribution in structural design.
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Hi,

I have a design using a simple 'inverted v' frame . Each member is 1.22 m long and sees a UDL on it, acting downward(6580 N/m). The angle between the members and the horizontal is 5 degrees. and both footings are bolted firmly to the horizontal.

I wish to analyse and confirm that the members will not buckle or fail due to bending.

Can I resolve the components of the load (6580*1.22 = 8030N) into those perpendicular to the members and those along the member, and assume that it is the component perpendicular to the member causing bending, and the component along the members length which will cause buckling?

This seems all way to easy - i am sure that some forum people may be able to help me do a more advanced and accurate analysis. Any help will be appreciated.

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Fugro said:
Can I resolve the components of the load into those perpendicular to the member and those along the member, and assume it is the component perpendicular to the member causing bending, and the component along the member length that will cause buckling?
Yes.
 

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