Deflection of a Beam with Distributed and Point Load
Introduction
This application will derive an explicit expression for the deflection of a beam with a distributed load and a point load.
Governing Equations
The Euler-Bernoulli equation
Initial and boundary conditions
Distributed load and point load
Solution of the Differential Equation
Solve the differential equation together with the initial/boundary conditions and the load distribution to get an explicit expression for the beam deflection.
Derive the moment and shear distribution.
Plot the Deflection, Moment, and Shear
Assign parameters.
Plot deflection, moment, and shear.
Shear Distribution
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