The structural component used for a bridge is shown in the attached image. The length of the beam is 4 m and is simply supported at each end. Neglecting the mass of the beam, calculate the reactions RA and RB at the supports when the beam is in equilibrium. Also, consider the addition of a uniformly distributed load 7 kN/m for the entire length of the beam; recalculate the support

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  1. The structural component used for a bridge is shown in the attached image. The length of the beam is 4 m and is simply supported at each end. Neglecting the mass of the beam, calculate the reactions RA and RB at the supports when the beam is in equilibrium.
  2. Also, consider the addition of a uniformly distributed load 7 kN/m for the entire length of the beam; recalculate the support reactions at the end and comment on your findings.
A
RA
3m
9KN
1.5m
12KN
B
↑ R₂
Transcribed Image Text:A RA 3m 9KN 1.5m 12KN B ↑ R₂
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