SAN2602
Project 2025
, Question 1: Moment Distribution for Frame 1
Problem Overview
You are provided with a structural frame composed of multiple members and subjected
to both point loads and a uniformly distributed load (UDL). The support conditions and
load details are as follows:
Support at A is fixed.
Support at F is pinned.
Point loads applied at:
o 25 kN at point B
o 40 kN at point D
UDL of 10 kN/m acts along vertical member EF.
Objective:
Determine the bending moments at all the joints using the Moment Distribution
Method (MDM).
Step-by-Step Procedure:
1. Label All Joints
Assign labels to the joints in the frame: A, B, C, D, E, and F.
2. Divide the Frame into Members
The frame consists of the following members:
o AB, BC, CD, DE, EF
3. Determine Member Stiffness (k)
The stiffness of each member depends on its boundary conditions:
o For members connected at both ends:
4𝐸𝐼
𝑘=
𝐿
Project 2025
, Question 1: Moment Distribution for Frame 1
Problem Overview
You are provided with a structural frame composed of multiple members and subjected
to both point loads and a uniformly distributed load (UDL). The support conditions and
load details are as follows:
Support at A is fixed.
Support at F is pinned.
Point loads applied at:
o 25 kN at point B
o 40 kN at point D
UDL of 10 kN/m acts along vertical member EF.
Objective:
Determine the bending moments at all the joints using the Moment Distribution
Method (MDM).
Step-by-Step Procedure:
1. Label All Joints
Assign labels to the joints in the frame: A, B, C, D, E, and F.
2. Divide the Frame into Members
The frame consists of the following members:
o AB, BC, CD, DE, EF
3. Determine Member Stiffness (k)
The stiffness of each member depends on its boundary conditions:
o For members connected at both ends:
4𝐸𝐼
𝑘=
𝐿
