Problem:

Analyze the frame shown considering the thermal expansion or contraction. The
flexural rigidity EI and axial rigidity AE are the same for each column and for each
beam. Use α = 12x10-6 / ℃. and ΔT=5 ℃
Solution:

Step 1
Skeleton of the frame.

Step 2

Identify the k of every member.

Using the table.
Step 3
Tabulate All K’s to Global Matrix.
Step 4
Get the inverse matrix except the forces in supports.
Step 4
Solve for the FEM’s, shear forces and axial forces involve in a member.
Step 6
Tabulate the value for PK(Loadings)

Step 7
Solve for node displacements due to loads and then combine the thermal
expansion/contraction.
Step 8
Computed reactions for joint supports