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Max M in Simple Span Due Moving Loads PDF
Max M in Simple Span Due Moving Loads PDF
Example (Problem 8.39 in Text). Calculate the maximum moment in a 40-foot simply
supported beam due to the following axle loads:
24k 24k
k
6
12’ 16’
X
1) Centroid of loads
The centroid can be found from the following formula: x ΣPi = Σ xi Pi
Σ [(0' )(24 k ) + (16' )(24 k ) + (28' )(6 k )]
x= = 10.22'
(24 k + 24 k + 6 k )
Set up a reference axis aligned with the rear wheel and positive to the left (as shown
above).
2) Position the loads so that the midspan is halfway between the centroid and the load
closest to the centroid.
midspan
24k 24k
6k
10.22’
a a
midspan
5.11’ 12’ 16’ 6.89’
24k 24k
6k
10.22’
2.89’ 2.89’
CE 331, Spring 2009 Maximum Moment in a Simple Span 2/2
Due a Set of Moving Loads
3) Calculate the moment in the beam beneath the load closest to the centroid.