THEORY OF STRUCTURES-II

LABORATORY MANUAL

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List of Experiments
Following experiments are performed in this course

Experiment # 01: To Study The Behavior Of Truss Under Loading.

Experiment # 02: Experimental Verification Of Method Of Consistent Deformation For One

Degree Indeterminate Beam Subjected To Point Load.

Experiment # 03: Experimental Verification Of Method Of Consistent Deformation For One

Degree Indeterminate Beam Subjected To UDL.

Experiment # 04: Experimental Verification Of Method Of Consistent Deformation For Two

Degree Indeterminate Beam Subjected To Point Load.

Experiment # 05: Experimental Verification Of Method Of Consistent Deformation For Two

Degree Indeterminate Beam Subjected To UDL.

Experiment # 06: To Determine The Horizontal Thrust In A Square Frame Using Method Of
Consistent Deformation.

Experiment # 07: To Determine The Horizontal Thrust In A Square Frame Using Method Of
Least Work.

Experiment # 08: Experimental Verification Of Square Frame With Symmetrical Loading Is

Without Sidesway And Determine Sidesway Deflection Of Statically
Indeterminate Square Frame Under Point Load.

Experiment # 09: To Determine Sidesway Deflection Of Statically Indeterminate Square

Frame Under Uniform Loading And Horizontal Load

Experiment # 10: To Determine Sidesway Deflection Of Statically Indeterminate

Unsymmetrical Portal Frame Under Point Load & Uniform Loading.

Experiment # 11: To Draw ILD Of One Degree Indeterminate Beam.

Experiment # 12: To Find Out The Horizontal Thrust Of A Semi-Circular Arch And Draw
ILD For Reaction.
Experiment No. 01
To Study the Behavior of Truss Under Loading.

Objectives: To determine the force in a member of statically

determinate truss and study effects of loading on the truss.

Apparatus:
1. Load and Hangers
2. Measuring Scale
3. Spring Balance
4. Truss Apparatus
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:

1. Take statically determinate truss and measure its lengths.

2. Note the zero error in the spring balance, attached to the member BC before applying load.
3. Apply load of known quantity at the top of the truss with the help of hanger.
4. Note the reading from the spring balance attached to member BC which is the force developed in
that member due to applied load.
5. Now again measure the length of all the members of the truss.
6. Calculate difference between lengths of members before and after the application of load.
7. Calculate force in member BC theoretically by any suitable method.
8. Repeat the process by applying different loads on the truss.
9. Compare the experimental values of force in member BC with theoretical values by finding
percentage difference.
Theoratical Value - Experimental Value
Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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1 CLO-1: Perform experiments related to analysis of indeterminate structures. [PLO-9, P-2]

Almost completed
whole task smoothly and Loads application
Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
(a) Handling of Apparatus apparatus in very
care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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Experiment No. 02
Experimental Verification of method of consistent deformation for one degree indeterminate
beam subjected to point load.

Objectives:
To determine the value of vertical reaction By by
using method of consistent deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Loads and Hangers
2. Measuring scale
3. Deflection Gauge
4. Beam
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Measure the length of beam with the help of measuring scale.
2. Apply load at the center of the beam.
3. Note dial gauge reading at the end of beam (∆𝐵 ) after applying load after removing support B.
4. Take three readings from dial gauge against applied load and take average of these readings.
5. Now remove the first load and apply unit load on beam after removing the roller support.
6. Note readings from dial gauge at the end of beam after applying unit load.
7. Take three readings from dial gauge against unit load and take average of three readings.
8. Use compatibility equation for the beam and calculate reaction at point B (By).


   0  ΔB  B y f BC
 
9. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate the theoretical values for reaction By.
10. Compare theoretical and experimental values by calculating percentage difference.
Theoretical Value - Experimental Value
Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
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Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

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Experiment No. 03
Experimental Verification of method of consistent deformation for one degree indeterminate
beam subjected to UDL.

Objectives:
To find out support reaction i.e. By by method of
Consistent deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Loads and Hangers
2. Measuring scale
3. Deflection Gauge
4. Beam
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Measure the length of beam with the help of measuring scale.
2. Apply UDL on the beam which is 0.011 N/mm.
3. Note reading from dial gauge at the middle of the beam after applying UDL.
4. Take three readings from dial gauge against UDL and take average of these readings.
5. Now remove the UDL and apply unit load on beam at point B.
6. Note reading from dial gauge after applying unit load at point B.
7. Take three readings from dial gauge against unit load and take average of these readings.
8. Use compatibility equation for the beam and calculate reaction at point B.


   0  ΔB  B y f BC
 
9. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate the theoretical values for By.
10. Compare theoretical values with experimental values and calculate percentage difference by using
the formula:
Theoratical Value - Experimental Value
Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Handling of
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

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Experiment No. 04
Experimental Verification of method of consistent deformation for two degree indeterminate
beam subjected to point load.
Objectives:
To determine vertical reactions By and Cy on roller
supports by using method of consistent
deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Load and Hangers
2. Dial Gauges
3. Measuring Scale
4. Beam
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Measure the length and cross section of the beam with the help of measuring scale.
2. Apply two hangers on beam at the distance of L/4 from fixed and roller supports.
3. Place two dial gauges at point B and C set dial gauge readings to zero.
4. Apply two point loads at point D and E and note readings of deflection from both dial gauges.
They will be ΔB and ΔC.
5. Now remove the loads and apply unit loads on beam at point B and C.
6. Note both dial gauge readings.
7. Use compatibility equations to calculate reactions.
ΔB + By (fBB) + Cy (fBC) = 0
ΔC + By (fCB) + Cy (fCC) = 0
8. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate theoretical values of reactions By and Cy.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
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Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

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Experiment No. 05

Experimental Verification of method of consistent deformation for two degree indeterminate

beam subjected to UDL.

Objectives:
To determine vertical reactions By and Cy on roller
supports by using method of consistent deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Load and Hangers
2. Dial Gauges
3. Measuring Scale
4. Beam
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Measure the length and cross section of the beam with the help of measuring scale.
2. Apply two hangers on beam at the distance of L/4 from fixed and roller supports.
3. Place two dial gauges at point B and C set dial gauge readings to zero.
4. Apply UDL on the beam and note readings of deflection from both dial gauges. They will be ΔB
and ΔC.
5. Now remove the loads and apply unit loads on beam at point B and C.
6. Note both dial gauge readings.
7. Use compatibility equations to calculate reactions.
ΔB + By (fBB) + Cy (fBC) = 0
ΔC + By (fCB) + Cy (fCC) = 0
8. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate theoretical values of reactions By and Cy.
9. Compare theoretical and experimental values and calculate percentage difference.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
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Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
(a) Handling of Apparatus apparatus in very
care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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Experiment No. 06
To Determine the Horizontal Thrust in a Square Frame Using Method of Consistent
Deformation.

Objectives:
To determine the value of vertical reaction Dy by using method of
consistent deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Loads and Hangers
2. Measuring Scale
3. Beam
4. Dial Gauge
5. Square Frame
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted in lab to perform this experiment:
1. Take a square frame and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the roller support and set it to zero.
3. Apply load at a distance of L/3 from the fixed support as shown in figure.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeters.
5. Now remove the previous load and apply redundant load of 1N horizontally on the frame near
roller support using pulley mechanism.
6. Keeping dial gauge at the same location, note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in
millimeter.
7. Now using compatibility equation, calculate the value of horizontal thrust.
  
  0  ΔD  Dx f DD
 
8. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate the theoretical values of horizontal thrust.
9. Compare the experimental values of horizontal thrust with theoretical values and calculate
percentage difference.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
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Handling of
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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Experiment No. 07
To Determine the Horizontal Thrust in a Square Frame Using Method of Least Work.

Objectives:
To determine the value of vertical reaction Dy by using method of
Least Work.
Apparatus:
1. Loads and Hangers
2. Measuring Scale
3. Beam
4. Dial Gauge
5. Square Frame
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:

1. Take a square frame and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the roller support and set it to zero.
3. Apply load of known quantity at a distance of L/3 from the fixed support.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeters.
5. Keeping dial gauge at the same location, apply load horizontally on the frame near roller support
using pulley mechanism.
6. This applied load will be horizontal thrust.
7. Use method of least work to calculate the theoretical values of horizontal thrust.
8. Compare experimental values of horizontal thrust with theoretical values and find percentage
difference.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
whole task smoothly and Loads application
Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
(a) Handling of Apparatus apparatus in very
care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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Experiment No. 08
Experimental Verification of Square Frame with Symmetrical Loading is without Sideway, and

Objectives:
To show that sideway deflection of square frame under symmetrical
loading is zero and finding out horizontal thrust by using slope-
deflection method.

Apparatus:
1. Square frame
2. Measuring Scale
3. Hanger
4. Dial Gauge
5. Weights

Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Take a square frame and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the roller support and set it to zero.
3. Apply point load (P) of known value at a distance of L/2 from the fixed support.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeter, it must be equal to zero.
5. Now, calculate sideway deflection theoretically by using following formulas.
6. Calculate the value of Ψ by using formula Ψ=Δ/L then convert the above moment equation in term
of Ψ and calculate Δ theoretically.
7. Then compare theoretical value with experimental value by using formula.

To Determine Sideway Deflection of Statically Indeterminate Square Frame Under Point Load .

Objectives:
To find out the value of sideway deflection of statically indeterminate
square frame under point load by using slope-deflection method.
Procedure:
1. Take a square frame and measure its dimensions using measuring
scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the roller support
and set it to zero.
3. Apply point load (P) of known value at a distance of L/3 from the
fixed support.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeter, it
must be equal to zero.
5. Now, calculate sideway deflection theoretically by using following
formulas.
6. Calculate the value of Ψ by using formula Ψ=Δ/L then convert the
above moment equation in term of Ψ and calculate Δ theoretically.
7. Then compare theoretical value with experimental value by using
the following formula.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
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good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
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2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
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mathematical error incorrect
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Experiment No. 09

To Determine Sideway Deflection of Statically Indeterminate Square Frame Under Uniform

Loading and Horizontal Load.

Objectives:
To find out the sideway deflection of statically indeterminate
square frame under uniform load and horizontal load, by using
slope-deflection method.
Apparatus:
1. Square Frame
2. Measuring Scale
3. Hanger
4. Dial Gauge
5. UDL
6. Thread
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Take a square frame and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the roller support and set it to zero.
3. Apply UDL on frame.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeter, it must be equal to zero.
5. Now, calculate sideway deflection theoretically by using following formulas.
6. Calculate the value of Ψ by using formula Ψ=Δ/L then convert the above moment equation in term
of Ψ and calculate Δ theoretically.
7. Then compare theoretical value with experimental value by using the following formula.

Theoretical Value - Experimental Value

Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
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step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
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good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
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2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
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mathematical error incorrect
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Experiment No. 10
To determine the Sideway Deflection of Statically Indeterminate Unsymmetrical Portal Frame
Under Point Load.

Objectives:
To determine the value of sideway deflection Δ by using the
slope- deflection method.
Apparatus:
1. Portal frame
2. Measuring Scale
3. Hanger
4. Dial Gauge
5. Weights
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Take an unsymmetrical portal frame and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the fixed support and set it to zero.
3. Apply point load (P) of known value at a distance of L/2 from the fixed support.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeters.
5. Now calculate the sideway value theoretically by using formulas.
6. Calculate the value of Ψ by using formula Ψ=Δ/L then convert the above moment equation in term
of Ψ and calculate Δ theoretically.
7. Then compare theoretical value with experimental value by using the following formula.

Theoretical Value - Experimental Value

Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
To Determine Sideway Deflection of Statically Indeterminate Unsymmetrical Portal Frame
Under Uniform Loading.

Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Take an unsymmetrical portal frame and measure its
dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge at point D, slightly above the fixed
support and set it to zero.
3. Apply UDL load of known value on the frame.
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in
millimeter.
5. Now calculate the sideway value theoretically by using
formulas.
6. Calculate the value of Ψ by using formula Ψ=Δ/L then
convert the above moment equation in term of Ψ and
calculate Δ theoretically.
7. Then compare theoretical value with experimental value by
using the following formula.
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed
whole task smoothly and Loads application
Handling of
Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
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care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way but figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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Experiment No. 11

To Draw ILD of One Degree Indeterminate Beam.

Objectives:
To draw the influence line diagram by using method of
consistent deformation.
Apparatus:
1. Loads and Hangers
2. Measuring Scale
3. Beam
4. Dial Gauge
Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Take a beam and measure its dimensions using measuring scale.
2. Attach the dial gauge slightly below the roller support and set it to zero.
3. Apply unit load at each point (A, B, C, D and E) and find the deflection at constant point (B).
4. Note the value of deflection from the dial gauge in millimeters.
5. Now using compatibility equation, calculate the value of horizontal thrust.

f BX  f BB By  0
6. Use method of consistent deformation to calculate the theoretical values.
7. Compare the experimental values of horizontal thrust with theoretical values and find percentage
difference.
Theoratical Value - Experimental Value
Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Almost completed whole
task smoothly and calmly
Loads application Handling of
Handled with great in good way but
(a) Handling of Apparatus step not appropriate apparatus in very
care and perfection seriousness and
/Hurries in handling. confused way
commitment to the task
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step but Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

Instructor Signature: __________________________________

Experiment No. 12
To Find Out the Horizontal Thrust of a Semi-Circular Arch and Draw ILD for Reaction.
Objectives:
To determine the Horizontal Thrust in semi-circular
arch by using method of least work.
Apparatus:
1. Hangers.
2. Scale.
3. Weights.
4. Semi-Circular Arch.
5. Dial gauge.

Procedure:
Following procedure is adopted while performing experiment:
1. Set the apparatus and measure the span length and crown height.
2. Keep the lever out of contact.
3. Now put the hanger at a specific distance where the load is applied.
4. Apply load of known quantity at a specific distance from left side.
5. Calculate the horizontal movement of moving hinge with increase in load.
6. Repeat the experiment for at least three readings.
7. Use method of Least Work to calculate the theoretical values of horizontal thrust
𝑊
H= 𝜋

8. Compare the experimental values of horizontal thrust with theoretical values and find percentage
difference.
Theoratical Value - Experimental Value
Percentage Difference = * 100
Theoretical value
Observations and Calculations:
Observations and Calculations:
 THEORY OF STRUCTURES – II
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Handled with great calmly in good way but step not appropriate
(a) Handling of Apparatus apparatus in very
care and perfection seriousness and /Hurries in
confused way
commitment to the task handling.
is lacking
Forget the initial
step with
Steps performed in Forget the initial step but Entirely miss
(b) Order and Logical Steps uncertainty whether
good logical way figured out latterly conducted
the step is rightly
taken
2 CLO-2: Estimate the physical parameters using experimental data. [PLO-2, C-3]

25% of steps and About half of the

The steps have no All solution is
(a) Mathematical Errors solutions have calculations are not
mathematical error incorrect
mathematical error correct

TOTAL 9

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APPENDIX A
BENDING MOMENTS, SLOPES AND DEFLECTIONS OF BEAMS UNDER VARIOUS
LOADING CONDITIONS

APPENDIX B
FIXED-END MOMENTS
LAB ASSESSMENTS SUMMARY
Lab No. CLO-1 [PLO-9, P-2] CLO-2 [PLO-2, C-3]

1. /6 /3
2. /6 /3
3. /6 /3
4. /6 /3
5. /6 /3
6. /6 /3
7. /6 /3
8. /6 /3
9. /6 /3
10. /6 /3
11. /6 /3
12. /6 /3

TOTAL MARKS OF LAB ASSESSMENTS

CLO-1 [PLO-9, P-2] CLO-2 [PLO-2, C-3]

Obtained Marks

Total Marks 72 36

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