Statics 2D Virtual Work problem regarding calculation of Normal force

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The discussion revolves around two statics problems involving the calculation of normal force and shear force using the principle of virtual work. In Problem 1, the calculated normal force in C using virtual work is -12.27 kN, which contradicts the equilibrium method's result of -17.6 kN. The user expresses confusion about the virtual displacement calculations, particularly regarding the assumption that the rotations are equal for different points. In Problem 2, the user struggles with calculating virtual displacement for a force and questions the validity of their approach. The discussion highlights the challenges of applying the virtual work theorem correctly in statics problems.
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PROBLEM 1


Homework Statement



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The frame in the figure is supported by a hinge in A and a roller in G. It is loaded by a couple = 14 kN*m in B, a force = 12 kN in D and a distributed force = 4 kN/m on section EG. = 1.4 m.
Calculate the normal force in C. Use the correct signs for tension and compression. Hint: Solve using the principle of virtual work and use previously mastered methods to check your answer.


This is a problem from mastering engineering, the statics book. I can solve the problem using equilibrium equations, but i want to know what i am doing wrong with when I am doing using the virtual work theorem.

Homework Equations



\deltaW = 0
\delta\theta small → tan ( \delta\theta) ≈ \delta\theta ;


The Attempt at a Solution



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\delta\theta_{1} = \delta\theta_{2} = \delta\theta


\delta\theta_{1} = \delta u_{1}/a
\delta\theta_{2} = \delta u_{2}/2a


LET
\delta u_{2} = \delta u

\delta u_{2}/2a = \delta u_{1}/a → \delta u_{1} = \delta u/2
\delta u_{3}/(a/2) = \delta u/2a → \delta u_{3} = \delta u/4
\delta u_{5} = \delta u_{1} = \delta u/2
\delta u_{4} = \delta u_{2} = \delta u

\delta W = 0

Therefore
-M*\delta\theta-N*\delta u_{5}-N*\delta u_{4}-F*\delta u_{2}-qa*\delta u_{3} = 0
\delta u ≠ 0
-M*\delta u/2a-N*\delta u/2-N*\delta u-F*\delta u-qa*\delta u/4 = 0
-\frac{3}{2}N = M/2a + F + qa/4
N = -12.2666... kN


But the answer should be -17.6 kN according to equilibrium equations.



PROBLEM 2

Homework Statement



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The frame in the figure is supported by a hinge in A and a roller in G. It is loaded by a couple = 4 kN*m in D, a force = 6 kN in B and a distributed force = 1 kN/m on section EG. = 1.5 m
Calculate the shear force in C with the sign convention as shown in the figure. Hint: Solve using the principle of virtual work and use previously mastered methods to check your answer.

Homework Equations



\deltaW = 0
\delta\theta small → tan ( \delta\theta) ≈ \delta\theta ;


The Attempt at a Solution



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I have no idea how to calculate the virtual displacement for the force F at B.
 

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For problem 1, why are you sure that δθ1=δθ2 ?
 
i induce the same amount of rotation in both, and than follow to measure the change in the distances
 
I would try the other way around : assuming a deplacement δu2=δu1 and then calculate the rotation
 
tried it, doesn't work.

the new virtual work equation becomes...

-M/a - F - qa/4 = 2N
=> N = -11.7
 
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