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The formula calculates the deflection at any point on a simply supported beam carrying a couple moment at the right end. It considers the moment of couple, beam length, distance from support, elasticity modulus, and moment of inertia.
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Explanation: The formula accounts for the beam's material properties, geometry, and loading conditions to determine deflection at any point.
Details: Accurate deflection calculation is crucial for structural design, ensuring beams meet serviceability requirements and don't exceed allowable deflection limits.
Tips: Enter all values in appropriate units. Moment of couple, length, distance, elasticity modulus, and moment of inertia must be positive values.
Q1: What is a simply supported beam?
A: A beam supported at both ends, free to rotate at supports without vertical movement restraints.
Q2: What is moment of couple?
A: A system of two equal and opposite parallel forces that produce rotation without translation.
Q3: What are typical deflection limits?
A: Deflection limits vary by application but are typically L/240 to L/360 for live loads and L/180 to L/240 for total loads.
Q4: How does elasticity modulus affect deflection?
A: Higher elasticity modulus results in less deflection as the material is stiffer and resists deformation better.
Q5: What is area moment of inertia?
A: A geometric property that measures a beam's resistance to bending based on its cross-sectional shape and size.