Simplification of load on beam for Max M and D

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the load on a beam to determine maximum moment (Max M) and deflection (D) without extensive calculations. Participants explore whether it's feasible to convert a uniformly distributed load (UDL) into equivalent point loads positioned strategically to achieve the same maximum moment and deflection. The idea is to avoid complex calculations involving multiple integrals for moment and deflection. It is suggested that finding point loads that replicate the maximum moment in each section could yield the same deflection results. The conversation highlights the search for more efficient methods in structural analysis.
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Guys I have tricky question :

I have beam loaded like that:
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Is there any easy way to do simplification of this load ( I don't mean transfer the UDL to Point Load). Mentioned that I mean the way to not do the calculation of moment to find max in 4 section and the two almost 4 double integrals to get the deflection formula.

Is there a way to change all to point load sum up and place in some x position? Or there is no way to find this max moment and deflection formula easier way?
 
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Since deflection is the second integral of moment, you could conceivably find point loads that cause the same maximum moment in each section and it should provide identical maximum deflection.
 
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