2.8 - Internal Forces in Beams
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Practice Questions
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What are the three types of internal forces in beams?
💡 Hint: Think of the acronym 'ASB'.
What is the role of a bending moment?
💡 Hint: Consider how you bend a stick.
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What are the three main types of internal forces in beams?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'ASB'.
True or False: Internal forces do not affect the stability of a structure.
💡 Hint: Consider if a beam can bend or break under load.
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A simply supported beam with a uniform load experiences how internal forces change from end to end. Describe the shear force and bending moment diagrams.
💡 Hint: Think about how loads are distributed.
For a cantilever beam loaded at the free end, calculate the shear force and bending moment at a point. Use specific distances from the fixed support.
💡 Hint: Consider equilibrium and the effects of the load along the length.
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