2.10 - Problems
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Practice Questions
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What is an axial force?
💡 Hint: Think about forces that either stretch or compress a material.
Define shear force in a beam.
💡 Hint: Consider how loads are applied vertically to a beam.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the first step in determining internal forces in a beam?
💡 Hint: Think of establishing a balance first.
True or False: The bending moment at the ends of a simply supported beam is always zero.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of simply supported versus fixed ends.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a beam subject to a triangular load distribution, determine the shear and bending moment at the midpoint, identifying critical points.
💡 Hint: Remember to find points where shear changes sign to locate maximum bending moment.
A cantilever beam is fixed at one end with various point loads applied. Analyze the bending moment diagram and find the maximum moment.
💡 Hint: Look for locations where loads directly influence the bending moment.
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