Bridge Analysis of Force Vectors

by Robert Gaylord

Submitted : Spring 2010

The question was which truss directs force vectors better, Howe Truss or Warren Truss. The project consisted of putting a distributed load on the 2 different trusses and goes through structural analysis of the forces. The project is aimed at analysis the internal stress (internal force vectors along the members) and cam to the conclusion that the Howe Truss can support more of a load with less stress. The project goes through some statics and asks questions about economical solutions after the main question is answered.

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