[1] Investigation of a parabolic arch, optionally statically determinate (1 fixed support, 1 movable support) or indeterminate (2 fixed supports) [2] Loading of the arch with a distributed load by way of 7 evenly distributed weights or by point loads [3] Dial gauges record the deformation of the arch under load [4] 4 sets of weights to compensate for the reactions of a fixed support [5] Storage system to house the components [6] Experimental set-up in frame SE 112 |