Tips for Solving Truss Forces Without Finding Support Reactions

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The discussion centers on finding the forces in the members of a truss without calculating the support reactions at specified points. Participants are exploring whether it's feasible to determine member forces directly through alternative methods. Some suggest using methods such as the method of joints or method of sections, which may allow for solving member forces independently. The feasibility of these approaches depends on the specific configuration and loading of the truss. Ultimately, the conversation seeks effective strategies for analyzing truss forces while bypassing support reaction calculations.
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There are short links at A, B, and C. They're asking for the forces in the members of the truss. I've solved this problem, but only by also finding the support reactions at the short links. Is it possible to find the forces in the members of the truss without solving for these reactions?
 
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