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Deflection of A Cantilever Beam Learning Objectives
Deflection of A Cantilever Beam Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives:
i. Through this experiment the student will learn about the accuracy of theoretical formulae
regarding beam deflections.
ii. An experience of using deflection gage.
i. A Set of Beams
ii. A Clamping Device
iii. Various Loads and a Mechanism for Applying the Required loads
iv. A deflection gage
Procedure:
Precautions:
Here ‘y’ represent the deflection and ‘x’ is measured from the point of load application.
Fig. 2 A cantilever beam loaded through a single point load at free end.
Analysis of Data