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LECTURE: 01
Course Concept
Capability to Understand the Behavior of Framed Structures
Understanding of Fundamental Concepts in Matrix (Computer) Analysis of
Structures
Analysis of Three Dimensional Structures
Ability to Analyse Complex Framed Structures Using a Computer
o Plane Truss
o Plane Frame
o Space Truss
o Space Frame
Examples of 3D Structures
o Retaining Walls
o Roller Support
o Fixed Support
o Encastre Roller
o Spring Supports
Space Frames
o Hinge or Roller Support
y
x
z
o Fixed Support
y
x
z
o Spring Support
y
x
z
o Distributed Loads
q/unit length
o Couples or Moments
o Temperature Gradients
T
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Load Paths
o Space Structures
y
x
z
y
3D Space
x
z
Equilibrium of a Body
A body is said to be in equilibrium if the resultant of acting forces and
moments is zero in all directions.
Equations of Equilibrium
o Fx = 0
o Fy = 0
o Fz = 0
o Mx = 0
o My = 0
o Mz = 0
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12
13
3b
P
P/5
B
5b
D
5b
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Top View
Elevation
5P
2P
3c
2P
5b
2c
3P
D
2b 2b
D B C
2b 2b
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qL
0.5qL
q/unit length
A
B
0.4L
C
0.6L
0.2L
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P
P
B
90o
L
D
A
L
17
0.15L
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