Practice Application in Civil Engineering - 2.8 | 2. Homogeneous Linear Equations of Second Order | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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2.8 - Application in Civil Engineering

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What type of loading conditions can lead to using second-order homogeneous equations?

💡 Hint: Think about the conditions where structures face changing forces.

Question 2

Easy

Name a scenario where thermal analysis might be needed in civil engineering.

💡 Hint: Consider conditions where temperature changes drastically.

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Question 1

What is a second-order differential equation used for in civil engineering?

  • Modeling population growth
  • Analyzing structural behavior
  • Calculating finances

💡 Hint: Consider contexts where structures are involved.

Question 2

True or False: The equation d²y/dx² + (P/EI)y = 0 is related to soil pressure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about what the symbols represent in structural mechanics.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given an Euler column with a length of 4m, with EI = 2000, calculate the critical load P if the maximum allowable deflection is 10mm.

💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between deformation and load.

Question 2

For a beam experiencing uniform loading, derive the second-order differential equation and describe its boundary conditions.

💡 Hint: Think through what happens at a simply supported beam.

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