Question: The L - shaped frame is subjected to a force P at point C and a uniformly distributed load of intensity 5 0 0 N

The L -shaped frame is subjected to a force P at point C and a uniformly distributed load of intensity 500Nm along AB . The members AB and BC lie in the x-z plane and are mutually perpendicular to each other. Both AB and BC have a circular cross-section with d=60mm,AB=2m,BC=1.2m,G=60GPa and v=0.3.
a) Use Castigliano's theorem to determine the deflection at C (as a function of P) and the equivalent stiffness (Keff) of the structure. Consider bending and torsion only. (25 pts )
b)P is changed into a time varying force P(t)=P0sin(t) at C.P0=500N. The equivalent mass of the structure is Meflef=4kg and the damping ratio =0.1. Find the value of which maximizes the deflection at C and the corresponding maximum deflection at C .(8 pts )
c) For the found in part (b), find the maximum bending stress at A .(7 pts)
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