Question

What is the horizontal thrust in a symmetric parabolic two-hinged arch of span L and central rise 'y' subjected to a uniformly distributed load of intensity 'w' per unit length over its entire span?

• A. $\frac{w{L}^2}{8y}$
• B. $\frac{w{L}^2}{12y}$
• C. $\frac{w{L}^2}{4y}$
• D. $\frac{w{L}^2}{16y}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{w{L}^2}{8y}$

$\frac{w{L}^2}{8y}$