Method of Joints –Class Problem

Determine the forces BC, DF and

GE. Using the method of Joints. A B

10 kN 15 kN
15 kN

3m
10 kN D

C 15 kN
3m

10 kN 15 kN
F
E
3m
G H

4m
 Method of Sections – Example 2

Determine the forces in members

FH, GH and GI of the roof truss.

10 kN
10 kN 10 kN
F
10 kN D H 10 kN
B J 8m
G I
C E
A K L

50 kN 50 kN 50 kN
6 x 5m