Question:

The two vertical rods attached to the light rigid bar in

Last updated: 3/26/2023

The two vertical rods attached to the light rigid bar in

The two vertical rods attached to the light rigid bar in figure are identical except for length Before the load W was attached the bar was horizontal and the rods were stress free Determine the load in rod A if W 4500 lb A B 3 0 ft 1258 87 lb 4500 lb C 3157 89 lb A L 3 5 ft 3 0 ft B L 5 ft 2 ft W