Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In practical design discussion of Cable Shape, which statement best matches cable carrying a uniformly distributed load over horizontal span? Avoid the common trap that the cable takes a circular profile.
Structural AnalysisCable ShapeHARD
Choose the correct answer
A
the cable takes a parabolic profile
B
bending stiffness controls the profile
C
the cable takes a circular profile
D
sag is zero at midspan
Correct Answer
A. the cable takes a parabolic profile
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A cable under UDL per horizontal length forms a parabola. Correct option: A.
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