Deflection of Structures - Examples & Applications
Example: Conjugate Beam Method
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Determine the deflection at the free end (B) of a cantilever beam (length ) with a point load at the free end using the Conjugate Beam Method.
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Example: Virtual Work Method
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Find the deflection at midspan of a simply supported beam (length ) with a uniform load .
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Double Integration Method Example
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Determine the maximum deflection of a simply supported beam of length subjected to a uniform load over its entire length. Assume constant .
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Determine the deflection at the free end (B) of a cantilever beam (length ) with a point load at the free end using the Moment-Area Method. The beam has a constant flexural rigidity . The fixed support is at A ().
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Determine the vertical deflection at joint C of a simple truss using the Virtual Work (Unit Load) Method. The truss has 3 members (a triangle) and rests on a pin at A and a roller at B. Assume all members have length , cross-sectional area , and modulus of elasticity . An actual vertical load of is applied at the top joint C. The real internal forces () are: , , .
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Determine the horizontal displacement at the roller support B of a simple rigid portal frame using the Virtual Work Method. The frame has columns AB and CD () and a beam BC (). A horizontal load is applied at the top joint C (pushing to the right). The real internal bending moments are . The virtual internal moments due to a unit horizontal load at B are . Assume constant .
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