Problem 618
A simply supported beam carries a couple M applied as shown in Fig. P-618. Determine the equation of the elastic curve and the deflection at the point of application of the couple. Then letting a = L and a = 0, compare your solution of the elastic curve with cases 11 and 12 in the Summary of Beam Loadings.
Problem 611
Compute the value of EI δ at midspan for the beam loaded as shown in Fig. P-611. If E = 10 GPa, what value of I is required to limit the midspan deflection to 1/360 of the span?
Problem 588
The distributed load shown in Fig. P-588 is supported by a wide-flange section of the given dimensions. Determine the maximum value of wo that will not exceed a flexural stress of 10 MPa or a shearing stress of 1.0 MPa.
Problem 581
A laminated beam is composed of five planks, each 6 in. by 2 in., glued together to form a section 6 in. wide by 10 in. high. The allowable shear stress in the glue is 90 psi, the allowable shear stress in the wood is 120 psi, and the allowable flexural stress in the wood is 1200 psi. Determine the maximum uniformly distributed load that can be carried by the beam on a 6-ft simple span.
Problem 524
A beam with an S380 × 74 section carries a total uniformly distributed load of 3W and a concentrated load W, as shown in Fig. P-524. Determine W if the flexural stress is limited to 120 MPa.