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This document discusses problems involving the finite element method applied to beam elements. It includes calculating nodal forces, moments, and deflections for beams with varying loads and cross-sections using the finite element approach. Equations for maximum deflection and stress are developed. Stiffness matrices are derived for tapered and multiple element beams. Comparisons are made between finite element results and classical strength of materials solutions.

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This document discusses problems involving the finite element method applied to beam elements. It includes calculating nodal forces, moments, and deflections for beams with varying loads and cross-sections using the finite element approach. Equations for maximum deflection and stress are developed. Stiffness matrices are derived for tapered and multiple element beams. Comparisons are made between finite element results and classical strength of materials solutions.

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FINITE ELEMENT METHOD

Q1. The beam element shown in Figure 2.1 below is subjected to a linearly varying load of
maximum intensity q0. Using the work-equivalence approach, determine the nodal forces and
moments.

Figure 2.1

Q2. For a uniformly loaded beam as shown in Figure 2.2 below, the strength of materials
theory gives the maximum deflection as
5𝑞𝐿4
𝑣𝑚𝑎𝑥 = −
384𝐸𝐼𝑧
at x = L/2. Treat this beam as a single finite element and compute the maximum deflection.
How do the values compare?

Figure 2.2

Q3. Use the results of Problem 2 to calculate the deflection at node 2 of the beam shown in
Figure 2.3 if the beam is treated as a single finite element.

Figure 2.3
Q4. Consider the beam shown in Figure 2.4. What is the minimum number of elements that
can be used to model this problem? Construct the global nodal load vector corresponding to
your answer.

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Figure 2.4

Q5. Consider the beams shown in Figures 2.5. The beams have been loaded as shown in
figure and is made of a material having modulus of elasticity E = 10×106 psi. The cross-
sectional area of each beam has been shown in the corresponding figure. Now determine for
each beam
(a) Maximum deflection and
(b) Maximum stress experienced by any element.

Figure 2.5.1

Figure 2.5.2

Figure 2.5.3

Figure 2.5.4

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Figure 2.5.5

Q6. The tapered beam element shown in Figure 2.6 has uniform thickness t and varies
linearly in height from 2h to h. derive the strain energy expression for the element and using
this strain energy expression show that the complete stiffness matrix for the tapered element
will be-

Figure 2.6

Q7. Consider the beams shown in Figures 2.7. The beams have been loaded as shown in
figure and is made of a material having modulus of elasticity E = 190 GPa. The cross-
sectional area of each beam has been shown in the corresponding figure. Now determine for
each beam
(a) Maximum deflection and
(b) Maximum stress experienced by any element.

Figure 2.7.1

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Figure 2.7.2

Figure 2.7.3

Q8. Derive the global stiffness matrix for the following problem considering modulus of
elasticity of the beam material as E and moment of inertial of the beam cross-section as I.

Figure 2.8

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