Math Problem Statement

Solve for the reactions on point A and B

Solve for the reactions on point A and B

Solution

To determine the reactions at points AA and BB in this beam structure, we must resolve the forces and moments acting on the beam. The beam is subjected to various forces and distributed loads. Let’s analyze the given information and solve step by step.

Step 1: Known Loads and Dimensions

  • A point load of 50kN50 \, \text{kN} at 3 m from the left support AA.
  • A uniformly distributed load (UDL) of 20kN/m20 \, \text{kN/m} over a span of 6 m starting from the left support.
  • A point load of 80kN80 \, \text{kN} located 2 m from the roller support BB.
  • A linearly varying load starting at 0kN/m0 \, \text{kN/m} and increasing to 30kN/m30 \, \text{kN/m} over 6 m from BB to the right.

Step 2: Equivalent Loads for Distributed Loads

  1. For the 20kN/m20 \, \text{kN/m} UDL over a span of 6 m:

    • Equivalent point load: 20×6=120kN20 \times 6 = 120 \, \text{kN}
    • This load acts at the centroid, i.e., at 3m3 \, \text{m} from the center of the UDL (or 6 m from AA).
  2. For the triangular load starting at 0 and increasing to 30kN/m30 \, \text{kN/m}:

    • Equivalent point load: The total load for a triangular distribution is 12×base×height\frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height}, which gives 12×6×30=90kN\frac{1}{2} \times 6 \times 30 = 90 \, \text{kN}.
    • This load acts at 13\frac{1}{3} the base from the larger end, so it acts 2m2 \, \text{m} from the right end.

Step 3: Reaction Forces

We'll apply equilibrium conditions (sum of forces and sum of moments) to find reactions at AA and BB.

Equilibrium Equations

  • Sum of vertical forces: RA+RB=120kN+50kN+80kN+90kNR_A + R_B = 120 \, \text{kN} + 50 \, \text{kN} + 80 \, \text{kN} + 90 \, \text{kN} RA+RB=340kN(Equation 1)R_A + R_B = 340 \, \text{kN} \quad \text{(Equation 1)}

  • Sum of moments about point AA: Taking moments about AA (clockwise positive): Moment at A=0\text{Moment at } A = 0 RB×12+(120kN×6)+(50kN×3)+(80kN×10)+(90kN×16)=0- R_B \times 12 + (120 \, \text{kN} \times 6) + (50 \, \text{kN} \times 3) + (80 \, \text{kN} \times 10) + (90 \, \text{kN} \times 16) = 0 12RB+720+150+800+1440=0-12R_B + 720 + 150 + 800 + 1440 = 0 12RB+3110=0-12R_B + 3110 = 0 RB=311012=259.17kN(Equation 2)R_B = \frac{3110}{12} = 259.17 \, \text{kN} \quad \text{(Equation 2)}

  • Using Equation 1: RA+259.17=340R_A + 259.17 = 340 RA=340259.17=80.83kNR_A = 340 - 259.17 = 80.83 \, \text{kN}

Step 4: Results

  • Reaction at AA, RA=80.83kNR_A = 80.83 \, \text{kN}
  • Reaction at BB, RB=259.17kNR_B = 259.17 \, \text{kN}

Let me know if you need further details or explanations! Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. How do we determine the position of the resultant force for non-uniform loads?
  2. What is the difference between point loads and distributed loads in beam analysis?
  3. How do the reactions change if the beam is cantilevered at one end?
  4. What are shear force and bending moment diagrams, and how are they derived?
  5. How do triangular loads affect the shear and moment at different points in a beam?

Tip: Always ensure that the sum of moments and forces is zero when solving for reactions in static equilibrium problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Statics
Beam Theory
Equilibrium Analysis

Formulas

Sum of vertical forces = 0
Sum of moments about a point = 0
Equivalent point load for distributed loads = Intensity x Length
Moment due to a force = Force x Distance from the point of rotation

Theorems

Statics Equilibrium Conditions

Suitable Grade Level

University Level - Engineering