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Using ANSYS, find the deformation and maximum bending stress of the beam when the load is applied as a distributed load. The 8 kN load is applied uniformly across the span of the beam. Thus, the line force is 8kN/4m=2kN/m.

Hint: A distributed load of 8kN applied over 4m yields a line force of 2kN/m. The following small image may lead you in the right direction Image Removed. In order to carry out this exercise you can duplicate your original Static Structural project and then modify the duplicate. In the modifications you need to delete the original transverse force and apply the distributed load. In order to apply the distributed load right click on Static Structural, then select Insert and then click on Line Pressure as shown in the image below.
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Exercise 2: Axial Load

In ANSYS, find the deformation and the stress of the beam when the load is applied axially instead of transversely.

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