Chapter 6-Attempt 1
Problem 6.37
Consider the truss shown in (Figure 1). Set $P_1 = 8$ kN, $P_2 = 10$ kN, and $P_3 = 6$ kN.
Part A
Determine the force in member EF of the truss and state if this member is in tension or compression.
Express your answer to three significant figures and include the appropriate units. Enter negative value in the case of compression and positive value in the case of tension.
$F_{EF} =$ Value Units
Part B
Determine the force in member BE of the truss and state if this member is in tension or compression.
Express your answer to three significant figures and include the appropriate units. Enter negative value in the case of compression and positive value in the case of tension.
$F_{BE} =$ Value Units