Problem Set: 2. The Howe truss is loaded as shown in the figure. The wind loads are perpendicular to the incline roof member. Determine the forces in member CE, BD FE and FG and indicate whether tension (T) or compression (C). Use method of joints.

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Problem 5.26P: The figure shows the FBD of a portion of the space truss shown in Fig. P5.25. Use this FBD to find...
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Problem Set:
2. The Howe truss is loaded as shown in the figure.
The wind loads are perpendicular to the incline
roof member. Determine the forces in member CE, BD
FE and FG and indicate whether tension (T) or
compression (C). Use method of joints.
Transcribed Image Text:Problem Set: 2. The Howe truss is loaded as shown in the figure. The wind loads are perpendicular to the incline roof member. Determine the forces in member CE, BD FE and FG and indicate whether tension (T) or compression (C). Use method of joints.
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