Finite Element Analysis ENGI 9501

Term Project Title and Abstract

Submitted to Prof. A Sharan

Student Name: Tawsif Ahmed

Student No: 201690250

Project Title:
Analysis of a Beam Using Finite Element Method and Comparing MATLAB Simulation Result and ABAQUS
Simulation Result with the Exact Solution.

Abstract:

L/2

L/2

F1

(EI)1

F2

(EI)2
L/4

L/2

L/4

The beam in the figure has reinforcement over the center one-half of its span. The beam is fixed at one
end and has a roller support at the end of reinforcement. Two forces (F1,F2) and a moment (M) have been
applied on the beam as shown in the figure. I want to calculate the maximum deflection under the loads
using finite element method, MATLAB simulation and ABAQUS simulation. Then I want to compare those
three results.