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This lecture covers the analysis of cable structures, including the static characteristics of cables, determining cable shapes under various loads using differential equations, and the similarities between cables and arches. The instructor explains how to derive differential equations for cables under different loads and provides examples of cables under uniform loads. The lecture also discusses the comparison between cables and arches in terms of material behavior and loading conditions. Students are guided through exercises to calculate the horizontal component and axial forces in cables under concentrated loads. The preparation for the exam includes understanding the theory, solving exercises, and attending exam preparation sessions.
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