Chapter 2 Two Dimensional Concurrent Force Systems 2.1 Resolution of Force and Force Systems Resolution is a method of resolving the forces acting on a rigid body; in two perpendicular directions. The algebraic sum of all forces is determined in two perpendicular directions i.e. X and ¥ directions which are designated as ZX and ZY. Subsequently, the resultant force acting on the body can be determined as explained in section 2.2. Points to be noted: i. For ZX take (+) sign if force is along X-direction and (-) sign if force is opposite to X-direction. ii, For ZY take (+) sign if force is along Y-direction and (-) sign if force is opposite to Y-direction. fii, Angle must lie between line of action of force and any side of quadrant. iv. Ifthe force is resolved along angle side then use function “cosine” however use “sine” if it is not resolved along angle side. Some of the examples are shown in Fig. 2.1 (a,, c,d, eand f) to illustrate the resolution method. YY Y 10KN 4kN 20° z oy Se ‘EX=-3KN xt Bat coal? By=04kN Fig. 2.1 (a) Fig. 2.1 (b)