4.3-20 A space truss is supported at O, A, D, and C (see figure). Loads P are applied in the y direction at joints B and Cand in the x direction at joint D. Find all support reactions and member forces. Assume that P 10 kN and L = 1.5 m. %3D ty Oy A(3L, 0, 0) Ay C(O, 0, 3L) B(3L, 0. 3L) D. D(0.-4L. 0)

4.3-20 A space truss is supported at O, A, D, and C (see figure). Loads P are applied in the y direction at joints B and Cand in the x direction at joint D. Find all support reactions and member forces. Assume that P 10 kN and L = 1.5 m. %3D ty Oy A(3L, 0, 0) Ay C(O, 0, 3L) B(3L, 0. 3L) D. D(0.-4L. 0)

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Chapter1: Tension, Compression, And Shear

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Problem 1.3.14P: A space truss is restrained at joints O, A. B. and C, as shown in the figure. Load P is applied at...

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