A design model for a transmission-line tower is shown in the figure. Members 0-1, FG, OP, and NO are insulated cables: all other members are steel bars. For the loading shown, compute the forces in members Fi, FJ, Ej, EK, and ER. Use a combination of methods if desired.

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H 60° 4m|4m|4m|4m|4m|4m| K 25 KN 30° DR B EMQ P 5.4 m L S M 30° N 25 KN 60° ↑ 6 m 6 m 6 m |:+:+ H 60° 4m|4m|4m|4m|4m|4m| K 25 KN 30° DR B EMQ P 5.4 m L S M 30° N 25 KN 60° ↑ 6 m 6 m 6 m |:+:+

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Consider the forces acting in horizontal direction at joint I Here F m is the force in the member HI ... View the full answer