Practice Example - 1.3 | 28. Timoshenko Beam Theory | Solid Mechanics
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Question 1 Easy

Define a cantilever beam.

💡 Hint: Think about where the beam is supported.

Question 2 Easy

What does shear force cause?

💡 Hint: Relate this to how beams respond to loads.

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Question 1

What is the primary advantage of Timoshenko Beam Theory over Euler-Bernoulli Theory?

It considers only bending.
It includes shear deformation.
It's simpler to use.

💡 Hint: Think about when shear becomes significant.

Question 2

True or False: A cantilever beam can loosely be defined as a beam that is supported on both ends.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of a cantilever.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A cantilever beam of length L is loaded with a force P at the free end. Using Timoshenko Beam Theory, derive the deflection equation.

💡 Hint: Don't forget to consider both moments and shear at the fixed end.

Challenge 2 Hard

Compare the deflection of a cantilever beam from both TBT and EBT when subjected to the same load, and determine the conditions under which each theory applies.

💡 Hint: Use a diagram to illustrate how loads affect C and D in the two theories.

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