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ChaPter 4
sTATic AnAlysis using
linE ElEmEnTs
4.1 tUtorial 3: statiC analysis Using
trUss elements
In this tutorial, analysis of a two-dimensional (2D) truss is presented. The
truss diagram shown, determine the nodal deflections, reaction forces, and
stress for the truss system shown as follows (E = 200 GPa, A = 3250 mm ).
2
2 4 4 8 6
3 11
280 kN 1 210 kN 5 7 280 kN 9 360 kN 3.118 m
1 60º 2 60º 6 10 R
3 5 7
3.6 m 3.6 m 3.6 m
(Modified from Chandrupatla and Belegunda, Introduction to Finite
Elements in Engineering, p. 123)
Step-by-Step ANSYS Solution
1. Give the simplified version a title (such as Bridge Truss Tutorial):
In the Utility menu bar, select File > Change Title:
