P5.8 A solid brass [E = 100 GPa] axial member is loaded and supported as shown in Figure P5.8.

Segments (1) and (2) each have a diameter of 25 mm and segment (3) has a diameter of 14 mm. Determine: (a) the deformation of segment (2). (b) the deflection of joint D with respect to the fixed support at A. (c) the maximum normal stress in the entire axial member.

P5.16 In Figure P5.16, aluminum [E = 70 GPa] links (1) and (2) support rigid beam ABC. Link (1) has a cross-sectional area of 300 mm2 and link (2) has a cross-sectional area of 450 mm2. For an applied load of P = 55 kN, determine the rigid beam deflection at point B.

P5.18 The truss shown in Figure P5.18 is constructed from three aluminum alloy members, each having a cross-sectional area of A = 850 mm2 and an elastic modulus of E = 70 GPa. Assume that a = 4.0 m, b = 10.5 m, and c = 6.0 m. Calculate the horizontal displacement of roller B when the truss supports a load of P = 12 kN.