Parabolic Arch

Parabolic Arch .

Specification of Parabolic Arch

Investigation of a parabolic arch, optionally statically determinate 1 fixed support, 1 movable support or indeterminate two fixed supports.
Loading of the arch with a distributed load by way of 7 evenly distributed weights or by point loads
Dial gauges record the deformation of the arch under load
Four sets of weights to compensate for the reactions of a fixed support
Storage system to house the components
Experimental set-up in frame.