Practice Stiffness Matrices - 13.2 | 13. DIRECT STIFFNESS METHOD | Structural Engineering - Vol 1
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13.2 - Stiffness Matrices

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a stiffness matrix?

💡 Hint: Think about how we relate forces and movements.

Question 2

Easy

What does E represent in the stiffness matrix equations?

💡 Hint: Recall our discussions on material properties.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the stiffness matrix?

  • To find displacements
  • To define shape
  • To relate forces and displacements

💡 Hint: Think about the role of the stiffness matrix in equations.

Question 2

True or False: A beam element only handles axial loads.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of beam elements.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A truss is subjected to an axial load of 5000 N. If the area is 0.002 m², and Young's modulus is 200 GPa, calculate its axial deformation.

💡 Hint: Recall δ=PL/AE, and think about how you can rearrange it.

Question 2

If a beam of length 4 m has a moment of inertia of 0.0002 m⁴ and is subjected to a bending moment of 1000 N·m, find the beam’s deflection.

💡 Hint: Look for how E affects deflection in bending.

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