Deflection of Structures - Examples
Geometric Methods
Example 1: Double Integration Method (Cantilever)
A cantilever beam of length is fixed at the left end () and subjected to a point load at the free end (). The flexural rigidity is constant. Find the equation of the elastic curve, the maximum deflection, and the maximum slope.
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Example 2: Moment-Area Method (Simply Supported Beam)
A simply supported beam of length carries a concentrated load at midspan. Constant . Find the maximum deflection at midspan using the Moment-Area Method.
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Example 3: Conjugate Beam Method
A simply supported beam () has an internal hinge at from the left support. It carries a uniform load. How is the conjugate beam constructed?
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Energy Methods
Example 4: Principle of Virtual Work (Truss Deflection)
A pin-jointed truss is subjected to external loads, resulting in internal real forces in each member. We want to find the vertical deflection of joint .
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Example 5: Castigliano's Second Theorem (Beam Deflection)
A cantilever beam of length carries a uniform load . Use Castigliano's theorem to find the deflection at the free end.
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