CIV4234: Advanced Structural Analysis

Introduction

Week 1: Revision

Question

Using direct stiffness method calculate the magnitude of rotation at B (B) and C (C) and
reaction forces at A,B and C. Take:
E = 2  108 kN/m2, IAB = 2.36  10-6 m4, IBC = 2IAB = 4.72  10-6 m4

  120 kN 60 kN/m

y A B C
2m   2m 4m

o
x

Solution:

Two elements: AB and BC

Degrees of Freedom are shown below:

 
2 5 8
3 6 9
1 4 7

A  B C

 
 

Department of Civil Engineering, Monash University

Edition Date: 3/2017