Truss Analysis | Method of Sections Tutorial 2 | Full Step-by-Step Solution Explained Clearly

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through solving for internal forces in truss members using the Method of Sections — perfect when you want to jump straight to the members you're interested in. This is a clear, slow-paced walkthrough designed to build your confidence and understanding. ✏️📐

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📌 What we cover in this tutorial:
✅ How to draw a precise and useful Free Body Diagram
✅ How and where to make a "cut" in the truss
✅ Applying equilibrium equations
✅ Practical tips to check and verify your solution

👷‍♀️ Delivered by Dr. Margi Vilnay – Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering, Chartered Engineer, and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

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⏰ Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:20 Example to be solved
01:12 Finding Reaction Forces
04:16 Using the Method of Sections to find the forces in the truss
10:50 Final thoughts

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