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Free Body Diagrams Problems

Problem 1: FBD

Given the column indicated
Draw a complete FBD. Assume that each beam imparts a vertical concentrated load of 200KN on the 3 meter tall column.


Problem 2: FBD

Given the column indicated
Draw a complete FBD. Assume that each beam imparts a vertical concentrated load of 200KN on the 3 meter tall column.


Problem 3: FBD

Given the blinking light indicated
Draw a complete free body diagram of the structural system. Assume that the lamp weighs 30 pounds and that the "point of application" is in the center of the lamp.


Problem 4: FBD

Given the sculpture indicated (located in Como, Italy)
Draw a complete free body diagram. Assume each ring weighs W and the weight of the spheres is S. Assume that the sphere has a diameter of 1 m and each ring has a height of 50 cm.


Problem 5: FBD

Given Gaudi's column indicated
Draw a free body diagram of the column. Explain the type(s) of connection(s) that you assume at each end.


Problem 6: FBD

Draw a complete free body diagram for the entire system indicated on the street sign.


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