C601 Structural Analysis Assignment 1: Duration: 1 WEEK Mark: 50 Marks
C601 Structural Analysis Assignment 1: Duration: 1 WEEK Mark: 50 Marks
ASSIGNMENT 1
Name : Marks :
Matric No. :
Class :
Duration : 1 WEEK
Mark : 50 marks
Question 1
E F G
3m 3m 3m
Figure 1
Find out the forces in each member of a pin jointed frame, as shown in Figure 1 under the loading and support
conditions as per figure below. Use joints method.
(CLO 2, C4)
(25 marks)
60
0
90 kN
120 kN
A
C
B
D
Question 2
A frame structure is subjected to a horizontal load of 60kN at point C as shown in figure below. Calculate the internal force
R, in the redundant member for the structure. Given the cross sectional areas for the vertical / horizontal members are 14cm
2
and for inclined members are 13cm
2
. The Young Modulus is 207 kN/mm
2
and take BE as the redundant member.
(CLO 2, C4)
(25 marks)
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E
C
A
B D
3m
3m
3m
60 kN