MT-1620 al.2002 We have thus far looked at In-plane loads torsional loads In addition, structures can carry loads by bending. The 2-D case is a plate, the simple 1-d case is a beam. Let's first review what you learned in Unified as Simple Beam Theory (review of) Simple Beam Theory A beam is a bar capable of carrying loads in bending. The loads are applied transverse to its longest dimension Assumptions 1. Geometry Paul A Lagace @2001 Unit 13-3MIT - 16.20 Fall, 2002 We have thus far looked at: • in-plane loads • torsional loads In addition, structures can carry loads by bending. The 2-D case is a plate, the simple 1-D case is a beam. Let’s first review what you learned in Unified as Simple Beam Theory (review of) Simple Beam Theory A beam is a bar capable of carrying loads in bending. The loads are applied transverse to its longest dimension. Assumptions: 1. Geometry Paul A. Lagace © 2001 Unit 13 - 3