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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.

(3.1)

 

Derive the moment and shear distribution.

(3.2)

 

(3.3)

Plot the Deflection, Moment, and Shear

Assign parameters.

 

Plot deflection, moment, and shear.

 

Shear Distribution


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