Step 1: Understand the geometry and given parameters.
The derrick crane has the following members and properties:
- Load F=30 kN acting vertically downwards at C.
- Support AB=4 m. AB is vertical.
- Struts EB=DB=4.6 m. E, B, D, G are in the horizontal plane.
- Point B is supported on horizontal rollers, meaning the reaction at B is purely vertical.
- Crane arm BC forms an angle of 60∘ with the horizontal line BG. This means ∠CBG=60∘.
- Angle ABC=120∘.