Structural Engineers: Test Your Beam Deflection Skills! | IStructE Structural Behaviour Course

Understanding beam deflection is crucial for structural engineers to predict real-world behaviour. In this video, I challenge you to identify the correct deflected shape of two beams subjected to external loads. I will: • Analyse beam deflection step-by-step • Compare different options and eliminate incorrect ones • Use shear force diagrams (SFD) & bending moment diagrams (BMD) • Validate results with structural analysis software This is part of Dr Qureshi’s lecture series on understanding structural behaviour using qualitative analysis. Qualitative analysis helps you understand structures, load paths, member forces, deflected shapes, and bending moment diagrams without relying on complex math. Take the quiz and download the lecture slides for a complete learning experience—ideal for civil engineering students and professionals or those studying for the IStructE Certificate in Structural Behaviour. 🔗 Download Lecture Slides: https://tinyurl.com/JQureshiStructural to follow along with the lesson. 🔗 IStructE Certificate in Structural Behaviour: https://www.istructe.org/training-and-development/qualifications-and-registrations/certificate-in-structural-behaviour/ ⏰ TIMECODES ⏰ 00:00 – Introduction 00:49 – Example 1 using hand calcs 08:38 – Example 1 using software S-Frame 13:07 – Example 2 📺 Related Videos in the IStructE Structural Behaviour Course https://tinyurl.com/JQStructural 1. Deflected shape of frames https://youtu.be/9nHdrE7SUQ0 2. Bending moment diagram of frames https://youtu.be/OydmfmUzoqc 3. Deflected shape of two-member frame https://youtu.be/EkJudgjuG28 4. Zero Force Truss Members https://youtu.be/5QxWIqavQ9U 5. Zero member truss examples https://youtu.be/chpb4XK4wEI 6. Simple Beams structural behaviour https://youtu.be/G4AhfPDAbFU 7. Truss member forces https://youtu.be/j2oAIWPP4MY 8. Structure analysis of TRUSSES – I https://youtu.be/gcpLHQEuBgg 9. Forces in TRUSSES and CRANES https://youtu.be/iCdaObauNHY 10. Propped Cantilever Beam https://youtu.be/8LNQo2ln_Ys 11. Continuous beams https://youtu.be/uz3Th7Lutzw 12. Double Overhanging Beam https://youtu.be/PbTyaQNGLU4 13. Two-span continuous beam https://youtu.be/lPSwCVy2ZV8 14. Zero truss member force https://youtu.be/qtlL8AZjXWo 15. Continuous beam moment diagram https://youtu.be/s0UcmvlqW2k 16. Simple Truss Deflection https://youtu.be/IC8dvF3pIEs 17. Beam with Spring Support https://youtu.be/Uy02gf-Y9nM 18. Cables with point loads https://youtu.be/FxZ6n1d636Y 19. Cables with UDL https://youtu.be/AEAwf3VwWlQ 20. Cables with Distributed and concentrated loads https://youtu.be/Ai0rRdzlI4c 21. Complex Beams Theory https://youtu.be/jz5uiISXpLQ 22. Complex Beams Problems Part 1 https://youtu.be/02wCeUxC5xA 23. Complex Beams Problems Part 2 https://youtu.be/un6KJXMk1jA 24. Complex Beams BMD with correct values https://youtu.be/OetqRNEYQ1Y 25. Complex Beams Approx. BMD https://youtu.be/uWM45I-DSZk 26. Shear force diagram part 1 https://youtu.be/WFbyZE8q1Fg 27. Shear force diagram part 2 https://youtu.be/a_v5C8vUKoA 28. Shear force diagram part 3 https://youtu.be/m5qX2u_nhtY 29. Shear force diagram part 4 https://youtu.be/dVsM6VdmVAM 30. Shear force diagram part 5 https://youtu.be/eeU3iHm74cE 31. Shear force diagram part 6 https://youtu.be/uHFkhFVxp7Y 32. Match SFD with BMD https://youtu.be/yvqUmJP-wpk 33. Natural frequency of beams https://youtu.be/2iajHflk-Fg 34. Deflected shape examples – I https://youtu.be/EEgTbcSIISQ 35. Deflected shape examples – II https://youtu.be/NZGgDX2mR-Y 🌐 More Learning Resources: • Subscribe to Dr Jawed Qureshi on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJQureshi • Follow Dr Qureshi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJQureshi • Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jawed-qureshi-2370191a2/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjqureshi/ 📚 Common Queries Answered: What happens when a beam bends? Which deflected shape is correct? How do internal pins affect beams? Why is beam sagging important? What is the role of hinges? How do shear forces behave? Why use moment diagrams in analysis? What mistakes do engineers make? How does software verify deflection? Can you solve this engineering challenge? #istructe #structuralengineering #civilengineering ________________________________________ Disclaimer: This educational material is provided 'as is' with no warranty. It is intended for learning purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice. Dr Jawed Qureshi holds the copyright to this presentation. He is a Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering at the University of East London (UEL), London, UK, with over 20 years of international experience. Dr Qureshi holds a PhD in steel-concrete composite structures from the University of Leeds, UK, and has worked on a major European research project at the University of Warwick, UK, prior to joining UEL.