Introduction to Beams and various Terminologies related to Beam Element

Lesson 10 of 10 • 7 upvotes • 11:09mins

Joel George

Basic definition of beam as a structural element is discussed here in this lesson. Beams and its different types depending upon the supporting nature are discussed. Various types like cantilever, simply supported and overhanging beams are explained with proper examples. Definition for transverse loading and the relevance of this type of loading in beams are discussed here. Effect of transverse loading on various elements with suitable examples is also discussed in this lesson. Types of loading like uniformly distributed loading and uniformly varying loading are explained in this lesson. Different terminologies related to beam element are discussed. The sign conventions for rotation at nodes, displacement and moment of inertia at nodes and nodal and their significance while solving a beam problem mathematically is broadly elaborated in this lesson.