Two-Hinged Parabolic Arch

The equipment allows direct measurement of the horizontal component of the abutment thrust of a two hinged parabolic arch by using a simple model. It is to be used with ST300 Universal Structural Frame (separately supplied).

A parabolic arch of uniform cross-section has one end of the arch on a fixed hinged pin and the other is on bearings on a horizontal force support.

The horizontal movement of the roller end is monitored by a dial indicator. Measurement of horizontal thrust by the roller end is by using a pulley and a load hanger.

Instruction manual is also included.

TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS
  • Demonstration of the characteristics of a two-pinned arch
  • Examination of the relationship between applied loads and horizontal thrust
  • Comparison of behavior to simplified theory
TECHNICAL DATA
Arch
 – Mild steel
  • 19 x 4.5 (approx.) mm section
  • 600 mm span, 100 mm rise
Loading point 7 equally spaced
ST119 Horizontal Force Support 1
ST131 Dial Indicator 1
Loading hangers 7
Weights 1 lot.
Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied).
In Stock
100% Original and quality

Additional information

Brand

Essom