Examples

ES 13 1st LE
Example 1
Each of the four vertical links has an 8 × 36 mm uniform rectangular
cross section and each of the four pins has a 16-mm diameter.
Determine the average normal stress in the links BD and CE. Neglect
the holes produced by the pins.
0.4 mm

0.25 mm C
0.2 mm
B
20 kN

E
A D
Example 2
In the structure shown, a 6-mm diameter pin is used at C and 10-mm diameter pins are
used at B and D. The ultimate shearing stress is 150 MPa at all connection, and the ultimate
normal stress is 400 MPa in link BD. Knowing that a factor of safety of 3 is desired,
determine the largest load P that can be applied at A.

A B C

D
D
18 mm 6 mm

A B
B C
160 mm 120 mm
P