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Study the diagram of a computer desk. Each member of
the structure is under some type of force. |
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MONITOR WEIGHS DOWN AND STRETCHES SUPPORT |
WEIGHT OF COMPUTER UNIT COMPRESSES THE SUPPORT BENEATH THE SHELF |
VERTICAL SUPPORT BENDS INWARDS BECAUSE OF WEIGHT OF COMPUTER. SIDE 'D' IS STRETCHED WHILST SIDE 'C' IS COMPRESSED |
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1. Draw a piece of furniture and label the struts and ties. With the aid of more detailed diagrams explain the forces acting on each of the important members. |
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