5.2 - Factors Affecting Beam Deflections
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Practice Questions
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What happens to beam deflection if the span length is increased?
💡 Hint: Think about how weight on a longer beam would affect bending.
How does increasing the applied load affect deflection?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if you add more weight to a scale.
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What is the relationship between span length and beam deflection?
💡 Hint: Think of how a longer pole would bend more under the same weight.
True or False: Increasing the modulus of elasticity will decrease beam deflection.
💡 Hint: Remember stiffer materials are less prone to bending.
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A 12m steel beam (E = 200 GPa, I = 3000 cm^4) has a uniform load of 40 kN. Calculate the deflection at mid-span.
💡 Hint: Ensure unit consistency!
Discuss the effects of using different materials for beams in a bridge project. Consider both the deflection and strength aspects.
💡 Hint: Investigate properties of steel, wood, and composite materials.
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