6.3 SPECIAL CASES

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There are a number of standard load cases that we will encounter. One of the simplest is the two force member discussed before.

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Three force members can be solved quickly using force triangles, We can also keep in mind that the forces must act concurrently through a common point on the rigid body, or else all three must be parallel.

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6.3.1 References

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Hibbeler, R.C., Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics, 6th edition, MacMillan Publishing Co., New York, USA, 1992.