University of Khartoum

Faculty of Engineering
Civil Engineering Department
5th Year First Semester Exam
Subject: Theory of Structure (CE 510)

Date: 18 /01/2011

Time= 3 hours

Total marks = 70
For each question half of the marks allocated for demonstrating detailed steps for
assembling the structure global matrix and correct load vector.

Section A: Answer All Questions

Q1. Marks (20)
Analyze the frame shown in Figure 1 using Stiffness method.
Include axial deformation in all members.
E is constant for all members.
Section properties:
member
1
2

Area
A
2A

Moment of
Inertia*
I
4I

* A=0.04 m2 , I=0.0004/3 m4 A=300I

Y

40kN
3

2.4 m

10 kN
2

4m

1
X

1
3.2 m

Figure 1

Q2: Marks (20)

Using matrix displacement method, analyze the truss shown in Figure 2, if the member BC is
made 0.01m too short before placing it in the truss. Assume AE=300 kN for all members.

Figure 2

Q3: Marks (10)

Using matrix displacement method find rotational displacement at A & B and transitional
displacement @ C of the simple supported beam shown in Figure 3. EI is constant.

Figure 3

Section B: Answer one of the following Questions

Q4: Marks (20)
Using matrix displacement method, analyze the continuous beam shown in Figure 4. EI is
constant.

Figure 4
Q5: Marks (20)
Using matrix displacement method analyze the truss shown in Figure 5. The sectional area
(A) for members 1 & 3 = 15cm2 and 20 cm2 for member 3. E = 2105 N / mm2

Figure 5