Curved Beam Deflection Apparatus AZA1338

The AZA1338 Curved Beam Deflection Apparatus is a precision laboratory instrument designed to study the horizontal and vertical deflection behavior of curved beams subjected to end loading. This apparatus is extensively used in Strength of Materials, Theory of Structures, and Applied Mechanics laboratories to demonstrate the deformation characteristics of curved structural members.

Description and Working Principle

The apparatus consists of a high-strength steel bar system that can be configured into various curved beam geometries. These interchangeable members allow students and researchers to analyze how curvature and shape influence stress distribution and deflection under applied loads.

The curved members that can be formed using the steel bar include:

  • Circular ring segment
  • Semicircular beam with straight arm
  • Quadrant of a circle
  • Quadrant of a circle with straight arm

Each curved member is rigidly fixed at the base, creating a cantilever-type condition. When a load is applied at the free end, the beam undergoes both horizontal and vertical deflection. These deflections are accurately measured using high-precision dial gauges, enabling comparison between experimental results and theoretical calculations.

Description

Description

Measurement System

The apparatus is supplied with a dial gauge having 25 mm travel, mounted on a magnetic base. This arrangement allows flexible positioning of the gauge to measure deflection in different directions with high accuracy and repeatability.

Construction and Design Features

  • Heavy-duty steel curved members for long-term durability

  • Rigid base mounting to ensure stable fixing and accurate boundary conditions

  • Interchangeable beam configurations for multiple experiments

  • High-precision dial gauge for accurate displacement measurement

  • Compact and robust design, suitable for repeated laboratory use

Educational and Laboratory Applications

  • Strength of Materials laboratories

  • Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering practical classes

  • Structural mechanics and curved beam analysis

  • Demonstration of deflection behavior in non-linear beam geometries

  • Engineering colleges, universities, and technical institutes

Specifications

Parameter Details
Model AZA1338
Apparatus Type Curved Beam Deflection Apparatus
Beam Material High-strength steel
Beam Configurations Circle, semicircle with straight arm, quadrant, quadrant with straight arm
End Condition Fixed at base, load applied at free end
Measurement Horizontal and vertical deflection
Dial Gauge 25 mm travel with magnetic base
Mounting Rigid base frame
Usage Educational & laboratory experiments
Brand AZALAB

Key Advantages

  • Demonstrates deflection behavior of curved beams clearly

  • Supports multiple beam geometries in one apparatus

  • Accurate deflection measurement using dial gauges

  • Easy to operate and ideal for student experiments

  • Robust construction ensures long service life