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There is a given ring A, with a given cross section B. Ring A is placed on Columns C. The number of the columns is a variable, but minimum three. The linear distance X between two columns can be calculated, as well as the distance along the arc length.

For a large ring with a high number of columns, the arc length may be approximated to a linear length.

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On that ring, a known point load D is placed right between two columns.

In the given Image, E ist the bending curve of the deflection displacement.

How can the deflection displacement f be calculated?

Any help is appreciated.A approximation method would also be helpful.

Thank you.

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  • $\begingroup$ What have you found and attempted so far? $\endgroup$
    – Solar Mike
    Commented Nov 23, 2021 at 7:43
  • $\begingroup$ By now, i approximated the system by looking at only the two columns next to force D, then calculating as if the arc length between the two columns is just a straight line and thus a simple straight bending beam with two fixed bearing points. That is a simple calculation, but i think this approximation is to far away from the proper solution. The used equation was f = (Flength^3)/(192*EI) $\endgroup$
    – pixelpoems.de
    Commented Nov 23, 2021 at 7:51
  • $\begingroup$ So, now use the curve length… $\endgroup$
    – Solar Mike
    Commented Nov 23, 2021 at 8:29
  • $\begingroup$ Hi Mike, thanks for the information. But i think that not only the distance between the columns is important, but also the question if the support of the columns can be seen as a fixed joint or a loose joint. The closed loop ring is not a real fixed bearing, as it will deform. What do think? $\endgroup$
    – pixelpoems.de
    Commented Nov 23, 2021 at 9:03
  • $\begingroup$ One clarification. The way I see this supported, the arrows only support in the downward direction (not in the upward). That means that will a relatively small force this could tip over. How exactly is the circular beam supported? $\endgroup$
    – NMech
    Commented Nov 23, 2021 at 14:31

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I am going to assume here that you will use the curved section between the two columns as a straight line, to introduce simplification. Otherwise, there might be chance for the whole ring to topple.

Well, it depends on how are you placing the ring on top of the columns. Are you gluing/welding the ring ontop of the columns, or just placing it over them? Because if you are gluing/welding it to the top of columns, then these can be thought of as fixed supports. But if you are just placing, then it becomes a bit more complicated.

Considering the case you are gluing/welding them ontop of the columns, then you may refer to the link below to calculate the displacements within that region of the ring which is lying between the two columns. The rest of the ring can be assumed to not experience any deflection.

How to calculate Deflection of a beam fixed at both ends

Now, when you consider that you are just placing the ring ontop of the columns, then both of the ends can be assumed as pinned supports. A pinned support means that the ring at the supports cannot move in perpendicular or sideways directions, but can rotate at that point. (You may further research about what pinned supports are). There is an assumption here that the ring at the support cannot also move in the perpendicular up direction (although it can in the figure as you shared). Another assumption is that it cannot move sideways because after coming into static equilibrium, it will not be possible for the ring to move sideways. However, in this case, the rest of the part of ring i.e. which is not in the region between the two columns will also experience deflection.

How to calculate Deflection of a beam pinned at both ends

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Since the ring is welded to the support posts. Assume the assembly is stable, the posts are non-yielding nor buckling, and the welded connections can be assumed fixed. Then you can use the solution provided by the "Roark's Formulas" - Table 9.4 Case 1 and 1e as shown below. You shall use Case 1e to find the support reactions, then use Case 1 to find the deflection. The terms and parameters are listed at the bottom of this answer. Please note, you may also need to know how to use the unit step function.

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  • $\begingroup$ Dear r13, thanks a lot for that detailed answer. This is what i was aiming for. Great Answer! $\endgroup$
    – pixelpoems.de
    Commented Nov 24, 2021 at 7:44

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