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Exercise - Deflection of a Beam Due to an End Force
Some simple problems have exact answers. One of these problems is a beam loaded by force at its tip as shown in the figure. We will use SolidWorks Simulation to solve this problem and compare its results with the exact solution.
1. Develop CAD model of the cantilever shown with the dimensions given in the figure.
![145_Cantilever.jpg](https://secure.expertsmind.com/CMSImages/145_Cantilever.jpg)
2. Create a Static study.
Do the following:
Click Simulation, Study.
Enter a name for the study.
Set Analysis type to Static.
Click OK.
3. Assign Alloy Steel to the part. What is the value of the elastic modulus of Alloy Steel in N/mm2 (MPa)?
Alloy Steel Elastic Modulus:
4. Fix one of the end faces of the cantilever.
5. Apply a downward force to the upper edge of the other end face with magnitude of 500 N.
6. Mesh the part and run the analysis.
7. When analysis is completed, plot the displacement in the Y-direction. What is the maximum Y-displacement at the free end of the cantilever?
8. Calculate the theoretical vertical displacement at the free end using the following equation:
UYTheory = 4FL3/Ewh3
9. Calculate the error in the vertical displacement using the following equation:
Error percentage = ((UYTheory - UYSimulation)/UYTheory) / 100
Attachment:- Deflection of a Beam.rar