Question: Determine the force in each member of the space truss and state if the members are in tension or compression. The truss is supported by
Determine the force in each member of the space truss and state if the members are in tension or compression. The truss is supported by ball-and socket joints at C, D, E, and G. Although this truss is indeterminate to the first degree, a solution is possible due to symmetry of geometry and loading.

F = 3 kN ( 2 m 1.5 m
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F BC F BD 2683 kN Due to symmetry F BC F BD 1342 134 kN ... View full answer
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