For the indeterminate beam in figure 7 the ordinates of the influence line fy support reaction Cy for points A, D, E, F, B, G and C were found to be 0, -0.062, -0.085, -0.052, 0, 0.27, 1.0 respectively. Explain how to determine the ordinates for the support reaction By and moment at E.

Q: An equilateral triangular prism (SG = 2/3) is floating on water as shown. A side of the equilateral…

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Q: The cross sectional area of the members of the truss shown is 500 mm and E = 200 GPa. If no loads…

A: A truss arrangement is given as shown in above figure, Cross sectional area of truss = 500mm2…

Q: Consider the continuous beam shown. Assume that El is constant and that there are no support…

A: Area of BMD in span AB A1 = (2/3) x 8 = 5.33 distance of cg from BMD a1 = 2m Area of BMD in span BC…

Q: Determine the moments at all supports. Support B settles 10 mm, and El is constant. Take E = 200…

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Q: Problem 1.2 ( ) Consider the beam in Figure 1.2. IF Figure 1.2: Rigid body, Problem I.2. 1 (a)…

A: Given data: Point load = F Location of the point load F: x distance from the support A Consider the…

Q: For the simply supported beam subjected to the loading shown, derive equations for the shear force V…

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Q: A concentrated force R=-55) - 75k (N) acts at C in a direction perpendicular to the handle BC of the…

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Q: To use the equations of equilibrium for a three-dimensional object to solve for the support…

A: ∑Fz = 0Az + Bz + Cz = Fsinθ = 7.1sin36o = 4.17 kN ..........(1)∑Fy = 0By - Fcosθ = 0 By = 7.1cos36o…

Q: Determine the components of the reactions at A and E if a 750-N force directed vertically downward…

A: Case A) The following figure shows the Free Body Diagram of the member. The sum of moments of all…

Q: The beam is subjected to a load F = 400 N and is supported by the rope and the smooth surfaces at A…

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Q: A truss is loaded and supported as shown in the figure. P=74kN. Determine the horizontal component…

A: 1) horizontal component of support reaction at E =  187.63 KN 2) force in member GH = 148 KN 3)…

Beams

In structural engineering, a beam is a component made of a variety of materials (including steel alloys, and wood) that can resist loads applied laterally to the beam axis. Members, elements, rafters, shafts, and purlins are all terms used to describe beams.