Explanation
In this project we had to build truss members using given measurements and test the strength of the members by pulling down on the top with a weight. We would then use logger pro to check our answers, create an efficiency evaluation and create free body diagrams of the members
Efficiency evaluation
1. 2.5g
.025N. 57.3N
2292%
2. 4.7g
.046N. 67.23N
1461.52%
.025N. 57.3N
2292%
2. 4.7g
.046N. 67.23N
1461.52%
Truss calculations for Truss 1
Truss calculations for truss 2
Comclusion questions
1) I think that the failure occurred where it did at the truss member because it had the most force pushing down on it and that it was the weakest point on the truss which is why it broke.
I would put in more supports in the truss to reduce the amount of weak spots on the truss member and make the truss out of better material like metal and not wood.