2: Forces in Statically Determinate Beams and Plane Frames

2.2.6: Problems - Stability and Determinacy

Suggested Problems

For each of the following structures, determine whether it is stable or not. If the structure is stable, state the degree of indeterminacy. Click on the link to see the solution.

Problem 1

Problem 1 Answer

Problem 2

Problem 2 Answer

Problem 3

Problem 3 Answer

Problem 4

Problem 4 Answer

Problem 5

Problem 5 Answer

Problem 6

Problem 6 Answer

Problem 7

Problem 7 Answer

Problem 8

Problem 8 Answer

Problem 9

Problem 9 Answer

Problem 10

Problem 10 Answer

Problem 11

Problem 11 Answer

Problem 12

For the above problem (Problem 11), if it is unstable, can you arrange the four roller supports so that it becomes stable? If so, show the new arrangement and state the determinacy of the resulting structure.

Problem 12 Answer