CE 3155 Structural Analysis (part 2)
Tutorial 5
1) The beam is used to support a dead load of 8kN/m, a live load of 40kN/m and a
concentrated live load of 32kN. Determine (a) the maximum positive vertical
reaction at A, and (b) the maximum positive shear just to the right of the support at
A.
For each of the cases, show the combination of loads that results in the most critical
reaction. Assume A is a roller, C is fixed and B is pinned.
2) Determine the maximum moment at C caused by the moving loads.
Answers:
1) Max positive RA = 256kN, Max positive VA+ = 128kN.
2) 201kNm.