Problem Set No. 3 PDF
Problem Set No. 3 PDF
Problem Set No. 3 PDF
PROBLEM NO. 2
The lap joint shown is fastened by four ¾ -in.- PROBLEM NO. 6
diameter rivets. Calculate the maximum safe load P that The figure shows a roof truss and the detail of the
can be applied if the shearing stress in the rivets is limited riveted connection at joint B. Using allowable stresses of
to 14 ksi and the bearing stress in the plates is limited to Ss = 70 MPa and Sb = 140 MPa, Area of 75 x 75 x 6 = 864
18 ksi. Assume the applied load is uniformly distributed mm2, Area of 75 x 75 x 13 = 1780 mm2.
among the four rivets.
PROBLEM NO. 10
A truss joint shown consists of a bottom chord C made up
of two angles, and web members A and B each carrying
the given loads. Using A 502-1 rivets with an allowable
shearing and bearing stresses of 120 MPa and 600 MPa
respectively, and AISC specifications.