UDL & Pressure on Beams in Engineering

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The discussion clarifies the distinction between Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL) and pressure acting on beams in engineering. A UDL is defined as a force applied per unit length, while pressure is a force applied per unit area, typically acting perpendicular to the beam. In ANSYS, both pressure and UDL can be applied to beams, but they represent different loading conditions. Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate modeling and analysis in mechanical engineering.

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Hi all,
I'm a first year Mechanical engineering student.The question is regarding strength of materials.I'm having problem with understanding the concept of Uniformly Distributed load.It was said that a beam's self weight is UDL for the beam.What is the difference between Pressure acting on beam and UDL on beam.In ANSYS we have both pressure and UDL on beams.So are they same or different?.

Sorry if I have asked something very elementary.But I need to understand this.Also pls give some references where i can get a clear idea.

Thanks in advance.
 
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A "pressure" usually means a UDL which acts in the direction at right angles to the beam.

In general a UDL can act in any direction. Think about the weight of a beam at an angle to the horizontal, for example.

Also, remember that pressure = force / area, and a UDL usually means force per unit length.
 

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