Description
One of a range of experiment modules that fit to the Structures platform this product helps students to understand the deflections in curved bars and davits when used as simple structures to support loads. Students fi t the lower end of a choice of curved bars and davits to a fixing plate. The upper end supports a variable load. Two precision indicators measure the deflection due to the load. The curved bars do not replicate popular, practical structures but they form a good basis for a fundamental analysis such as Castigliano’s theorem. The two davits are good examples of popular real-life structures. Students apply the load to the curved bars or davits, measuring the vertical and horizontal deflection. They compare results with the theoretical values found using elastic deflection theory. This product includes a Vernier caliper for accurate measurements of the cross-section of the curved bars and davits. The deflection indicators have their own displays, but they can connect to the USB interface hub of the Structures platform for computer display and data acquisition (VDAS® Onboard).
Learning outcomes
- How loads affect the vertical and horizontal deflection of:
a quarter circle
a semicircle
a curved davit
an angled davit - Elastic bending
- Comparison of elastic deflection analysis techniques
Specifications
ATICO is committed to a programmed of continuous improvement; hence we reserve the right to alter the design and product specification without prior notice.
Dimensions and weight:
Nett (assembled): 280 mm long x 125 mm front to back and 480 mm high and 6 kg
Approximate primary packed (with storage tray): 0.04 m3 and 7 kg
Space Needed:
1500 mm x 600 mm, level bench or desk
Items Included:
Quarter circle
Semicircle
Curved davit
Angled davit
Plate holding two industrial defl ection indicators, each of resolution 0.01 mm
Back plate
Fixing block and clamp plate
Two cables
Two mass hangers
25 x 20 g masses
Vernier caliper
Storage tray
Comprehensive user guide
Operating Conditions
Operating environment:
Laboratory
Storage temperature range:
–25°C to +55°C (when packed for transport)
Operating temperature range:
+5°C to +40°C
Operating relative humidity range:
80% at temperatures < 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C
