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UNIVERSIDAD CÉSAR VALLEJO Simple Trusses

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Planar Trusses
The analysis of the forces developed in the
truss members is 2D.
Similar to roof truss, the bridge truss loading
is also coplanar.

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SESIÓN 7: Estructuras simples – parte I

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Determine the forces in Simple Trusses

the members of a truss Simple Truss
using the method of
Form of a truss must be rigid to prevent
joints and the method of
collapse.
sections.
The simplest form that is rigid or stable is a
triangle.

1. Simple Trusses
Chapter Outline 2. The Method of Joints
3. Zero-Force Members

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Simple Trusses Simple Trusses

A truss composed of slender members
joined together at their end points.
Planar Trusses
Assumptions for Design
1. “All loadings are applied at the joint”
- Weight of the members neglected
2. “The members are joined together by smooth pins”

Planar trusses used to support roofs and - Assume connections provided the center lines
bridges. of the
Roof load is transmitted to the truss at joining members are concurrent
joints by means of a series of purlins.

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Example 6.1
Simple trusses

Armaduras típicas para techo

Determine the force in each member of the
truss and indicate whether the members are in
tension or compression.

Armaduras típicas para puentes FAB=500N, FBC=707.11N,

FAC=500N

Otros tipos de armaduras

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The Method of Joints Solution

2 unknown member forces at joint B
For truss, we need to know the force in each 1 unknown reaction force at joint C
members. 2 unknown member forces and 2 unknown
Forces in the members are internal forces. reaction forces at point A
For external force members, equations of
equilibrium can be applied. For Joint B,
Force system acting at each joint is coplanar
and concurrent.
∑Fx = 0 and ∑Fy = 0 must be satisfied for
equilibrium.

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Solution
The Method of Joints
For Joint C,
Procedure for Analysis.
Draw the FBD with at least 1 known and 2
unknown forces.
Find the external reactions at the truss support
Determine the correct sense of the member.
Orient the x and y axes.
For Joint A,
Apply ∑Fx = 0 and ∑Fy = 0
Use known force to analyze the unknown
forces.

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Solution Example
FBD of each pin shows the effect of all the F6-3 Determine the force in members AE and DC.
connected members and external forces State if the members are in tension or compression.
applied to the pin.
FBD of each member shows only the effect of
the end pins on the member.

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Example Example
F6-1 Determine the force in each member of F6-6 Determine the force in each member of the
the truss. State if the members are in tension truss. State if the members are in tension or
or compression. compression.

FAB=FBC=225lb, FCD=FAD=318.20lb, FBD=0

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Example Zero-Force Members

F6-2 Determine the force in each member of
the truss. State if the members are in tension
or compression.
Method of joints is simplified using zero-force
members.
Zero-force members is supports with no loading
In general, when 3 members form a truss joint,
the 3rd member is a zero-force member
provided no external force or support reaction is
applied to the joint.

FCB=FDC=498.50, FDA=-398.12, el resto MFN

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Example 6.4 Example

Using the method of joints, determine all the
zero-force members of the Fink roof truss. F6-5 Identify the zero-force members in the
Assume all joints are pin connected. truss.

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Solution Example
6-3. La armadura, usada para soportar un balcón, está
sometida a la carga mostrada. Aproxime cada nudo como un
For Joint G, pasador y determine la fuerza en cada miembro. Establezca
si los miembros están en tensión o en compresión.
Considere PI = 800 lb, P2 = O.
GC is a zero-force member.

For Joint D,

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For Joint F, Solution Example

6-7 Determine the force in each member of the
truss. State if the members are in tension or
compression. Assume P1= P2=4kN
For Joint B,

FHC satisfy ∑Fy = 0 and

therefore HC is not a zero-force
member.

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Example - Lu Example
6-8 Determine the force in each member of the 6-18 Determine the force in each member of the
truss. State if the members are in tension or truss. State if the members are in tension or
compression. Assume P=800lb. compression.

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Example Example
6-11 Determine the force in each member of the 6-22 Determine the force in each member of the
truss. State if the members are in tension or truss. State if the members are in tension or
compression. Assume P1=600lb, P2=400lb. compression.

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Example Example
6-12 Determine the force in each member of the 6-24 Determine the force in each member of the
truss. State if the members are in tension or truss. State if the members are in tension or
compression. Assume P1=240lb, P2=100lb. compression. Assume P=4kN

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