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 Plane Trusses 20 Flashcards |
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What is the primary method used to analyze forces at joints in a truss structure? |
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The method of joints |
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Fill in the blank: A member in a truss that cannot carry load is called a ______. |
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Zero force member |
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True or False: In a space truss, the basic noncollapsible unit is formed by three members. |
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False. The basic noncollapsible unit for a space truss requires six members. |
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Which method can be used to find the unknown forces in a specific section of a truss? |
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The method of sections |
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Riddle: I connect multiple members with pins, but I'm not just a truss; I can carry forces beyond two. What am I? |
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A frame |
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Fill in the blank: The total number of equations obtained from equilibrium for a joint in a truss is ______. |
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Two |
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True or False: The method of sections is primarily used for analyzing the forces in two-dimensional trusses. |
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False. The method of sections can also be applied to space trusses. |
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What condition must be satisfied by the forces acting on a joint in a space truss? |
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The complete vector equation ΣF = 0 |
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Fill in the blank: When analyzing a space truss, each joint must satisfy three equations corresponding to ______. |
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Three unknown forces |
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Riddle: I carry loads but can buckle if slender; my strength is tested by the load I must endure. What am I? |
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A compression member |
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