Question: The frame shown in the accompanying figure is used to support a load of 2000 lb. The main vertical section of the frame has an annular cross section with an area of 8.63 in2 and a polar radius of gyration of 2.75 in. The outer diameter of the main tubular section is 6 in. All other members also have annular cross sections with respective areas of 2.24 in2 and polar radii of gyration of 1.91 in. The outer diameter of these members is 4 in. Using ANSYS determine the deflections at the points where the load is applied. The frame is made of steel, with a modulus elasticity of E = 29 x 106 lb/in2.
