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Lab Truss

This document provides instructions for analyzing a statically determinate frame using the method of joints. It introduces the frame, states the learning objectives of enhanced technical skills and effective communication. It also describes the assumptions made in truss analysis, including frictionless pin joints and loads applied only at joints. The procedure section outlines applying various loads to the frame and recording strain and displacement readings to analyze the forces in the members.

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Lab Truss

This document provides instructions for analyzing a statically determinate frame using the method of joints. It introduces the frame, states the learning objectives of enhanced technical skills and effective communication. It also describes the assumptions made in truss analysis, including frictionless pin joints and loads applied only at joints. The procedure section outlines applying various loads to the frame and recording strain and displacement readings to analyze the forces in the members.

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OBJECTIVE
To examine a statically determinate frame and to analyze the frame using simple pin joint theory.

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LEARNING OUTCOME
The application the engineering knowledge in practical application. To enhance technical compentency in structural engineering through laboratory application. To communicate effective in group. To identify problem, solving and finding out appropriate solution through laboratory application.

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THEORY
A truss is a structure composed of slender member joined together at their end points to form one or more triangles. The joint connections are considered as pinned joint without friction.

In order to determine the forces developed in the individual members at a truss, the following assumption should be make : The members are connected to each other at their ends by frictionless pins, that is only a force and no momment can be transferred from one member to another. External loads are applied to the truss only at its joints.

One of the methods to calculate the forces in the member of a truss is using Method of Joint.

Method Of Joints. o Suitable to use in calculating all of the member forces for a truss. o This method entails the use of a free body diagram of joints with the equilibrium equations Fx = 0 and Fy = 0 o Calculation only can be started for joint where the numbers of unkowns are two or less.

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PROCEDURE
1. Unscrew the thumwheel on the redundant member. Note that it is effectively no longger part of the structure as the idealised diagram illustrates. 2. Apply the pre-load of 100N downward, re-zero the load cell and carefully apply a load of 250N and check that the frame is stable and secure. 3. Return the load to zero (leaving the 100N preload), recheck and re-zero the digital indicator. Never apply loads greater than those specified on the equipment. 4. Apply loads in the increment shown in Table 1 recordding the strain readings and the digital indicator readings. Complete Table 2 by subtracting the initial (zero) strain readings (be careful with your sign).

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