The figure shows a column A B C with its central axis along the x axis. Joint A is at the base. Joint B is 5 meters above joint A and joint C is 4.2 meters above joint C. The forces on either side of joint B have magnitude of 175 kilo newtons and are directed downwards. The forces on either side of joint C have magnitude of 125 kilo newtons and are directed downwards. Points 1 and 2 are marked on the column below joint C and joint B respectively.

The deflection of the column at C can be found by adding the deformations in members (1) and (2):

uc=δ1+δ2   =-0.70 mm+(-2.00 mm)   =-2.70 mm


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