The discussion centers on the calculation of forces in a framework of rods, specifically questioning whether the force is calculated twice in the analysis of forces along segments AB and AC. The participants highlight that the vertex A experiences tension F along both AB and AD, leading to a resultant force of F√2 along AO. The compression and tensile stress are proposed to be calculated as ##\frac{F}{2a}##, indicating a need for clarity in force distribution within the framework.
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Forget that it is a solid block for the moment and think of it as a framework of rods. The vertex A is subject to tension F along AB and tension F along AD. The resultant is a force F√2 along AO.arpon said: