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1.1 Aim
1.2 Apparatus
Truss structure.
Strain gauges.
1.3 Theory
As well as the information given on the unit you will need the following
formula:
E=
Where:
= Stress (Nm-2)
= Strain
E = Youngs modulus for the beam material (Nm-2)
And
F
=
A
Where:
F= Force in member.
Civil Engineering Department Structural Lab
1.4 Results
EF
FG
GH
HI
IJ
EF
FG
GH
HI
IJ
a. Using a suitable method calculate the theoretical member forces for
the framework with a load of 500 N at each position. Compare to the
experimental and theoretical results.
b. Does the simplified pin joint theory predict the behavior of the truss?
There is one member of particular interest, which one is it and why?
c. Why is it important we always examine all of the load cases that a
structure may be exposed to?
d. The roof truss structure may need to carry both of these loads
simultaneously. How would we assess the total load in each one of the
members?