Question: The grid structure has rigid supports at points A , B and C . There is full torsional ( as well as translational and bending

The grid structure has rigid supports at points A,B and C.There is full torsional (as well as translational and bending)restraint at the three supports (not at D).A uniformly distributed load q is applied downwards on element AD and two concentrated loads P are acting downwards at midspan of elements BD and CD.The structure has constant modulus of elasticity E and second moment of area I. Axial deformations in the structure can be neglected.
Using the Stiffness Method,
a.The numerical values of the components of the 3x3stiffness matrix [S]corresponding to the three degrees of freedom associated with node D.
b.The numerical values (in kN and kNm)corresponding to the 3x1forcing vector {Fext-F}.
c.The numerical values (in m and radians)of the 3x1displacement vector {D}.This calculation involves the inverse of a 3x3stiffness matrix. You can use some supporting software for calculating the inverse of this matrix, i.e.,Excel or Matlab. However, any other calculation necessary to address both questions of the assignment must be clearly specified, including intermedium steps
d.The values (in kNm)at the end nodes and shape of the bending moment diagram for all three beams.
e.The values (in kN and kNm)and direction of the reactions (vertical force and bending and twisting moments)at the supports A,B and C.
P=30kN q=5kN/m L1=4m L2=8m L3=9m
The grid structure has rigid supports at points A

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