Slope Deflection Method The slope deflection method is a structural analysis method for beams and frames introduced

in 1915 by George A. Maney. By forming slope deflection equations and applying joint and shear equilibrium conditions, the rotation angles (or the slope angles) are calculated. Substituting them back into the slope deflection equations, member end moments are readily determined.

[ [ Sign Convention (+) clockwise end moments (-) counterclockwise end moments Example:

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Using the slope-deflection method, determine the end moments of the members and draw the shear force and bending moment diagrams of the frame. EI = constant throughout the frame. 40kN/m B C 3m 4m
2

60k N A

2m

D
1m

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Consider span BC [ ]

A A MA A MB
B

B L

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B 2

L 2L/3 A L/3 B

Deformation at Moment Base Diagram Triangle Triangle

Height

Lever Arm

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Deformation at B, B Moment Base Diagram Triangle Triangle

Height

Lever Arm

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From the slope deflection diagram

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Equation 1 and

) Equation 2

Solve for

by eliminating

from equations 1 and 2

Multiply on equation 2 Add the two equations Solve for

Adding the two equations together Where + hence

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Multiplying the whole equation by 2 [ ]

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