Practice Kinematic Relations - 12.3 | 12. KINEMATIC INDETERMINANCY; STIFFNESS METHOD | Structural Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary variable used in the stiffness method?

💡 Hint: Consider the starting point of the analysis.

Question 2

Easy

Define kinematic relations in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between two key parameters.

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Question 1

What does the stiffness method primarily focus on?

  • Forces
  • Displacements
  • Moments

💡 Hint: Think about what the starting point of this method is.

Question 2

True or False: Kinematic relations are used mainly in the flexibility method.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember which method focuses on forces versus displacements.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A clamped beam experiences a uniformly distributed load. Use the stiffness method to derive the expression for deflection at midpoint.

💡 Hint: Set up your differential equation correctly and remember to satisfy boundary conditions.

Question 2

Develop a shear force diagram and bending moment diagram for a fixed beam subjected to a point load.

💡 Hint: Draw a free body diagram initially to visualize the forces at play.

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