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This document outlines 10 structural analysis problems involving determinations of slope, displacement, and vertical deflection using the conjugate beam method and method of virtual work. Diagrams of beams and trusses are provided for each problem. The problems involve varying boundary conditions and material properties. Solutions are due by November 26th, 2021.

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Assignment 2 (Solutions)

This document outlines 10 structural analysis problems involving determinations of slope, displacement, and vertical deflection using the conjugate beam method and method of virtual work. Diagrams of beams and trusses are provided for each problem. The problems involve varying boundary conditions and material properties. Solutions are due by November 26th, 2021.

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KNS2093 THEORY OF STRUCTURES

GROUP ASSIGNMENT (7.5%) (SOLUTIONS)


Due: 26th November 2021
1. Determine the value of a so that the slope at A is equal to zero using conjugate beam method. EI
is constant.

Figure Q1

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2. Determine the value of a so that the displacement at C is equal to zero using conjugate beam method.
EI is constant.

Figure Q2

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3. Determine the slope and the displacement at C using conjugate beam method. EI is constant.

Figure Q3

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4. Determine the slope and the displacement at the end C of the beam. Use the conjugate beam
method. E = 200 GPa, I = 70(106 ) mm4

Figure Q4

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5. Determine the displacement at C and the slope at B. EI is constant. Use the conjugate beam
method.

Figure Q5

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6.Determine the displacement at C. Assume A is a fixed support, B is a pin, and D is a roller. EI is
constant. Use the conjugate beam method.

Figure Q6

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7. Determine the vertical displacement of joint A. Each bar is made of steel and has a cross-
sectional area of 600 mm2. Take GPa. Use the method of virtual work.

Figure Q7

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8.Determine the vertical displacement of joint B. For each member A = 400 mm2, E = 200 GPa. Use
the method of virtual work.

Figure Q8

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9.Determine the vertical displacement of joint D. Use the method of virtual work. AE is constant.
Assume the members are pin connected at their ends.

Figure Q9

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10.Determine the vertical displacement of joint C of the truss. Each member has a cross-sectional
area of A = 300 mm2 and E = 200 GPa. Use the method of virtual work.

Figure Q10

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