EXAMINATIONS

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE

MASTER IN TECHNOLOGY (1-YEAR)
YEAR) (1
(1-SEM)
M.Tech (CIVIL
CIVIL – STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING)
ENGINEERING
Matrix Structural Analysis
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 70
Note: 1-Attempt any Seven questions. Paper Code: 101
2-All
All questions carry equal marks.

Q.1. Explain:: i) Local and global coordinate system

ii) Rotation transformation matrix
iii) Boundary conditions'

Q.2. Explain how the overall stiffness matrix is developed for the given structure.

Q.3. Derive the element stiffness matrix for a four noded isoparametric plane stress element.
Derive the stiffness matrix for CST element.

Q.4. A continuous beam ABC is loaded as shown in fig. 3. It has constant flexural rigidity. Fixed
support at A, roller support at B & guided support at C. Analyse the beam using flexibility method

Q.5. Differentiate between structure Approach & member approach used in stiffness matrix
method. Explain how support conditions are accounted in both approaches.

Q.6. State importance of band width in stiffness analysis by computer and measures to keep it
minimum.

Q.7. Explain properties & special characteristics of stiffness matrix of a structure.

Q.8. A two bay two storey frame is to be analysed by computer

computer programme of stiffness matrix
method.
a) Prepare flow chart for the programme & state input required for the same.
b) Illustrate node numbering and determine the half band width & size of stiffness matrix to be
stored.
c) How will you input support conditions of the structure.