Equillibrium of Non Concurrent Forces - 5

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Supports, Beams and Loads

Definitions
Support
Element which bears the weight of the beam and keeps it upright. It is the thing
which keeps the beam in equilibrium.

Beam
A structural element which is capable of withstanding transverse loads. A beam
transfers its applied loads to the support

Load
Forces acting on structures.
Types of Supports
1. Simple Support
Types of Supports
2. Roller Support
Types of Supports
3. Hinged Support
Types of Supports
4. Fixed Support
Types of Beams
1. Cantilever Beam
Types of Beams
2. Simply Supported Beam
Types of Beams
3. One end hinged other on roller
Types of Beams
4. Overhanging Beam
Types of Beams
5. Both ends hinged
Types of Beams
6. Propped Cantilever
Types of Beams
7. Continuous Beam
Types of Loads
1. Point Load
Types of Loads
2. Uniformly Distributed Load
Types of Loads
3. Uniformly Varying Load
Types of Loads
4. General Loading
Types of Loads
5. External Moment

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