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Thanks for the reply. So it will be M(x) = -w/2(L-x)^2 + M(a) ? It's for an assignment and the question is given with the origin of the coordinate system at the fixed end, so I can't change it. The boundary conditions are v'(0) = 0 and v(0) = 0, so both constants will be zero and I should...

Homework Statement Using method of integration, determine the elastic curve for the beam and calculate the total deflection at a point A (end) of the beam. Use EI as a constant. See word document attached with diagram. Homework Equations EIV''(x) = - M(x) The Attempt at a Solution...