(Solved): (a) The three-hinged arch structure is subjected to the loading shown in Figure Q3A. You are requir ...

(a) The three-hinged arch structure is subjected to the loading shown in Figure Q3A. You are required to determine the following: (i) Horizontal and vertical components of reactions at A and D. (7 marks) (3 marks) (11) The tension in the connecting rod AD. B 2 kN/m 1.0 m 5 KN E C 1.0 m A -2.5 m 1.5 m-1.5 m2 m- Figure Q3A I