2.1 - Introduction
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Practice Questions
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What are the two independent variables in Timoshenko Beam Theory?
💡 Hint: Think about how these variables help in beam analysis.
Define shear strain.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a beam bends.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary distinction between TBT and EBT?
💡 Hint: Focus on what TBT allows that EBT does not.
True or False: In TBT, shear strain is considered significant only for slender beams.
💡 Hint: Think about the effects of shear irrespective of beam dimensions.
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Challenge Problems
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A short beam with a triangular load must be analyzed using TBT. Describe how you would approach finding its deflection and sketch the loading diagram.
💡 Hint: Sketching the beam with forces will help visualize the problem.
Given a cantilever beam with uniform loading, derive shear force and bending moment profiles using TBT.
💡 Hint: Utilize the governing equations we reviewed.
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