Exact Analysis of Indeterminate Structures: Displacement Methods - Examples
The Slope-Deflection Method
Example 1: Fixed-End Beam with Uniform Load
A beam of length is fixed at both ends ( and ). It carries a uniform load over its entire length. Find the end moments and using the Slope-Deflection equations. Constant .
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Example 2: Propped Cantilever with Point Load
A beam is fixed at and supported by a roller at . Length is . A point load is applied at midspan (). Find the moments and the rotation at .
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Example 3: Frame with Sidesway
A portal frame with pinned bases and a rigid upper beam is subjected to a lateral load at the roof level. Columns have height and inertia . Beam has length and inertia . Set up the required equations.
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The Moment Distribution Method
Example 1: Two-Span Continuous Beam
A beam is fixed at , supported by a roller at , and fixed at . Span , span . Span carries a uniform load of . Span carries a point load of at midspan. Constant . Determine moments using Moment Distribution.
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Example 2: Beam with a Pinned End
Same beam as Example 1, but support is now a pin (roller) instead of fixed.
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Example 3: Frame without Sidesway
A portal frame is braced such that it cannot sway laterally. Columns and are high. Beam is long. A downward point load of is applied from joint on beam . All bases are fixed. All members have same .
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