Trussed Framework Coursework, Static Analysis, ECCENTRIC CONNECTIONS

[faraz_stani]

Homework Statement

The attached pdf shows the whole problem. I have a deadline of Wednesday for this and am absolutely stuck!

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

I have figured out parts a, b, and d. I was wondering whether anyone can help or point me in the right direction with regards to parts c and e.

for part c, I think that it isn't too complicated but I just don't know what to do with the eccentric connections.

ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!

 

[PhanthomJay]

The eccentric connections won't change the member axial forces much. For chord bending, you can assume a pinned pinned beam 6 m long with a force equal to the perpendicular component of the diagonal member force, applied 25 mm from one end.

 

[faraz_stani]

Thanks for that PhanthomJay, I was thinking along those lines, just needed someone to back me up. Will give it a proper go now!