How do I calculate modal mass with combined distributed and lumped masses?

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To calculate modal mass with both distributed and lumped masses, one must integrate the contributions from each type of mass. The modal mass equation is given by M* = ∫m.φ^2(x) dx, where φ(x) represents the mode shape. For a scenario with only distributed mass, the calculation yields a modal mass of 54,423 kg. The challenge arises in combining the effects of lumped mass at the top of the structure with the distributed mass. Properly accounting for both types of mass is essential for accurate modal analysis in structural dynamics.
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Homework Statement


The question is featured in the image below. I know the methods to calculate modal mass, stiffness etc, I'm just not too sure how to model both the distributed and lumped masses together.

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Modal Mass, M* = ∫m.φ^2(x) dx

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Say for instance, that the tower had no lumped mass at the top, so we only had to consider the distributed load (m = 3000 kg/m), the solution would be:
M* = m∫φ^2(x) dx (limits of integration are from 0 to L(=80m))
∫φ^2(x) dx = ∫(1-cos((πx)/(2L))^2 dx = L - 4L/π + L/2
M* = 3000 x (80 - 320/π +40) = 54423kg

My issue is not knowing how to combine the distributed and lumped masses together for this calculation. Any help is greatly appreciated
 
I've managed to solve the problem now. Thank you for the concern though!
 
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