Methods of Analysis · Structural Analysis · GATE CE

In flexibility method the unknown quantities are ----------------- whereas in stiffness method the unknown quantities are --------------

Flexibility of a structure may be defined as the displacement caused by ----------------- force and stiffness of a structure may be defined as the force required for ----------------- displacement

Which of the following statements is true with regard to the flexibility method of analysis.

For the frame shown in the figure (not to scale), all members (AB, BC, CD, GB, and CH) have the same length, 𝐿 and flexural rigidity, 𝐸𝐼. The joints at B and C are rigid joints, and the supports A and D are fixed supports. Beams GB and CH carry uniformly distributed loads of 𝑤 per unit length. The magnitude of the moment reaction at A is 𝑤𝐿2⁄𝑘. What is the value of 𝑘 (in integer)? ____________

Consider the linearly elastic plane frame shown in the figure. Members HF, FK and FG are welded together at joint F. Joints K, G and H are fixed supports. A counter-clockwise moment M is applied at joint F. Consider flexural rigidity El = 10⁵ kN-m² for each member and neglect axial deformations.

If the magnitude (absolute value) of the support moment at H is 10 kN-m, the magnitude (absolute value) of the applied moment M (in kN-m) to maintain static equilibrium is ___________. (round off to the nearest integer)

Match List - $${\rm I}$$ with List - $${\rm II}$$ and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists :

Method of Indeterminate structural analysis may be grouped under force method or displacement method. Which of the groupings given below is correct?