Question: The Pratt bridge truss is subjected to the loading shown. Determine the force in members LD, LK, CD, and KD, and state if the members

The Pratt bridge truss is subjected to the loading shown. Determine the force in members LD, LK, CD, and KD, and state if the members are in tension or compression.

Units Used:

kN = 103 N

Given:

F1 = 50kN

F2 = 50kN

F3 = 50kN

a = 4 m

b = 3 m



F1 F2 F3 Ук н м CD E F B 6(b)

F1 F2 F3 CD E F B 6(b)

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