Chapter 3: Analyses of Beams and Frames
This chapter focuses on the SOLIDWORKS Simulation procedure and strategy for the analysis of transversely loaded members, mainly what we call beams and frames. In our treatment of these structures, we will uncover a few more details about SOLIDWORKS weldment tool, examine how to apply more complex types of load (concentrated load, moment, and distributed load), and explore further computed results that relate to beams. At the end of this chapter, you will become familiar with the procedure and tricks for the simulation of the aforementioned structures. In this vein, the chapter is organized around the following topics:
- An overview of beams and frames
- Strategies for the analysis of beams and frames
- Getting started with analyzing beams and frames in SOLIDWORKS Simulation
