Truss Forces: Calculating F(AD) and F(AB) for Resolution of Forces

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The discussion focuses on calculating forces F(AD) and F(AB) in a truss system. It clarifies that F(AD) points towards joint A, indicating compression, while F(AB) involves a positive term that points leftward. The resolution of forces into vertical and horizontal components is confirmed as essential for solving the problem. The positive X direction is defined as rightward, leading to the conclusion that the leftward force from member AD is negative. Understanding these force directions is crucial for accurate truss analysis.
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from the calculation of F(AD), the force should point towards A,right? (red arrow)
but, in the calculation of F(AB), the (1/sqrt rt2)(48.08) should be positive,right? (which is pointing towards LEFT)?
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this involve the resolution of forces into vertical and horizontal axes,am i right?
 
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chetzread said:
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from the calculation of F(AD), the force should point towards A,right? (red arrow)
but, in the calculation of F(AB), the (1/sqrt rt2)(48.08) should be positive,right? (which is pointing towards LEFT)?
Positive X is rightward, as the equation HA -28 = 0 defined at the start of the solution.
Member AD was found to be in compression and so exerts a leftward force at joint A, so the term 1/(√2)(48.08) is negative.
 
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