1 - Non-uniform Bending
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Practice Questions
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Define non-uniform bending.
💡 Hint: Consider how bending moment differs from pure bending.
What happens to shear force when bending moment varies?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between bending moment and shear force.
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In non-uniform bending, shear force must be:
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when the moment changes.
True or False: In pure bending, shear stress is always zero.
💡 Hint: Recall the definitions of pure vs non-uniform bending.
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Challenge Problems
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A simply supported beam of length L experiences a distributed load varying linearly from 0 to w across its length. Calculate the shear force and bending moment at a distance 'x' from the clamped end.
💡 Hint: Consider the load's distribution when calculating reactions and internal diagrams.
For an I-beam with varying flange widths, derive an expression for the shear stress at several locations and discuss the implications on structural integrity.
💡 Hint: Compare stress distributions at different points, particularly near flanges versus the web.
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