Question

Which of the following is  not correct about gusset plates?

(a) gusset plate is provided to make connections at place where more than one member is to be joined

(b) plate outlines are fixed to meet minimum edge distances for bolts used for connection

(c) lines of action of truss members meeting at a joint should  not coincide

(d) size and shape of gusset plates are usually decided from direction of members meeting at joint

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Answer 1

The correct option is (c) lines of action of truss members meeting at a joint should  not coincide

Explanation: A gusset plate is plate provided at ends of tension members through which forces are transferred to main member. Gusset plates are used to join more than one member at a joint. The lines of action of truss members meeting at a joint should coincide. The size and shape of gusset plates are usually decided from direction of members meeting at joint. The plate outlines are fixed to meet minimum edge distances for bolts used for connection.