Theory of Structures 2 Handout
Theory of Structures 2 Handout
statics, or equations of
Limitation: Not applicable for
equilibrium only.
non-prismatic beams.
METHODS:
Situation 1: What are the
rotations for each support? 1. Three Moment Equation
2. Slope Deflection Method
3. Moment Distribution
Method
THREE MOMENT EQUATION
General Formula:
INDETERMINATE STRUCTURES
Statically Indeterminate
Structures. Structures that
4𝐸𝐼
K =
𝐿
Distribution Factor, DF
𝐾
DF =
∑𝐾
Modified K,
The final moment at that end is
zero for continuous beams with
hinge or roller ends. The
moment distribution will
become easier if we multiply
the beam stiffness K of the
span containing that support
by ¾, eliminating any further
distribution of moment on that
support. This is not
applicable for fixed-end
support.
4𝐸𝐼 3
𝐾= 𝑥
𝐿 4
Note:
For fixed end; DF = 0
For hinged or roller end; DF =
1