UEME2163 Solid Mechanics

Assignment 2

Application of Castigliano’s theorem on structure deflection

Objective: Student shall be able to apply the Castigliano’s theorem to perform deflection calculation of a common
engineering structural problem (See Figure 1) and analyse stress-strain distribution.

Task: Students are required to:

 Compare the deflection value found from the experiment, FEM analysis and Castigliano’s theorem.

Constraint

Fig 1: Truss Force Apparatus. Fig 2: Schematic drawing of truss structure.

Report:
Please discuss/ describe:
 The procedures
 Show the deflection calculation using Castigliano’s theorem at the loading point
 Compare the results from experiment, FEM analysis and Castigliano’s theorem

Please follow the guidelines below:

 Not more than 3 pages
 Front cover stated with topics and student name

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