virtual work

Virtual Work

Virtual Work is a fundamental topic in Statics of Rigid Bodies.

Relevance to Philippine Standards: The concepts discussed here are foundational for understanding the provisions of the National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP) 2015, Volume 1, particularly in the analysis of forces and structural response.

Definition of Work

Key concepts to master in Definition of Work: Definition of Work is a critical concept in engineering mechanics. It involves the study of forces, motion, and deformation, requiring a solid understanding of fundamental principles and mathematical application.

• Practical application involves solving problems using the governing equations and principles.

Principle of Virtual Work

Key concepts to master in Principle of Virtual Work: Principle of Virtual Work relates to Virtual Work. The principle of virtual work states that for a system in equilibrium, the total virtual work done by all active forces during a virtual displacement is zero ($\delta U = 0$).

• Practical application involves solving problems using the governing equations and principles.

Potential Energy and Stability

Key concepts to master in Potential Energy and Stability: Potential Energy and Stability is a critical concept in engineering mechanics. It involves the study of forces, motion, and deformation, requiring a solid understanding of fundamental principles and mathematical application.

• Practical application involves solving problems using the governing equations and principles.