How Do You Calculate Slope and Deflection in a Triangular Load Beam?

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The discussion focuses on calculating slope and deflection in a beam subjected to a triangular load. Participants emphasize the importance of splitting the triangular load into two back-to-back triangular loads for accurate calculations. Additionally, constructing a shear diagram is recommended to aid in developing the moment diagram correctly. These steps are crucial for precise analysis in structural engineering applications.

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For this problem, I think that something is wrong with my moment equation, I am not sue how to find the loading as a function of x for this triangle shape.

Do I need to account for the sections 0 < x < L/2 and L/2 < x < L??
 

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It's best to split this single load into 2 triangular loads imposed back-to-back.

I think you should also construct the shear diagram. It can help with getting the moment diagram correctly.
 

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