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Example : Consider the two element system depicted in Figure 2.2 given that Node 1 is attached to a fixed support,
yielding the displacement constraint U1 = 0. k1 = 50 lb./in., k2 = 75 lb./in., F2 = F3 = 75 lb. for these conditions determine
nodal displacements U2 and U3.

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Example : Figure 2.4a depicts a system of three linearly elastic springs supporting three equal weights W
suspended in a vertical plane. Treating the springs as finite elements, determine the vertical displacement of
each weight.

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Example : Figure 2.5 depicts a system of three linear spring elements connected as shown. The node and element
numbers are as indicated. Node 1 is fixed to prevent motion, and node 3 is given a specified displacement δ as
shown. Forces F2 = −F and F4 = 2F are applied at nodes 2 and 4. Determine the displacement of each node and the
force required at node 3 for the specified conditions.

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