Question
Applied Mechanics and Design Question on Stress and strain
A three-hinge arch ABC in the form of a semi-circle is shown in the figure. The arch is in static equilibrium under vertical loads of P = 100 kN and Q = 50 kN. Neglect friction at all the hinges. The magnitude of the horizontal reaction at B is ____KN (rounded off to 1 decimal place).
Answer
The correct answer is:37.0 to 38.0