Question

For the beam below, the point loads and distances are as follows: F1 = 15.25 kN, F2 = 26.50 kN, and F3 = 32.75 kN. L1 = 1.80 m, L2 = 3.50 m, L3 = 2.50 m, and L4 = 1.20 m. Determine the reaction RB.

Answer 1

To determine the reaction RB, use the principle of equilibrium by summing the horizontal forces to zero and solving for RB.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine the reaction RB, we need to apply the principle of equilibrium. The sum of the horizontal forces must be zero, so we have the equation RA + RB = F1 + F2 + F3. Substituting the given values, we get RA + RB = 15.25 + 26.50 + 32.75. Rearranging the equation, we find that RB = 15.25 + 26.50 + 32.75 - RA.