Problem 404 Roof Truss - Method of Joints

Problem 404
Determine the forces in the members of the roof truss shown in Fig. P-404.
 

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Solution 404

 

Comments

In the solution, second line under the first sketch (of reaction forces at supports):

the sum of the moments about A = 2xVD=450x+(450sin30∘)(2x)

How is the last term (2x) determined?

Jhun Vert's picture

The 450 N at B was resolved into components at D. The vertical downward component is at distance 2x from A.

I tried solving this part but this time, considering all forces with respect to point A, here's what I got:

VD(2x) = 450(x)+(450sin30)(x)+(450cos30)(xtan30)
VD=450

I think what they've shown is a simplified equation already.