Q3 (25 points): Based on the Euler-Bernoulli beam theory; a) Perform a convergence study in terms...
Q3 (25 points): Based on the Euler-Bernoulli beam theory; a) Perform a convergence study in terms of transverse deflection through the body of the beam, and compare the numerical solutions for various number of elements (3, 6, 9 and 12 elements) by plotting a figure b) Calculate the maximum stress for various number of elements (3, 6, 9 and 12 elements) 90 = 50 N/cm L, 2EI L, EI L, 3E1 L = 50 cm, El = 4x106 Nm