What are the forces on a hinged beam supporting a shop sign?

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In summary, a shop sign weighing 255 N is supported by a 145 N uniform beam, with a guy wire providing additional support. The hinge on the beam exerts both horizontal and vertical forces. Since the system is in static equilibrium, the sum of all forces and torque must be equal to zero. Therefore, the equations can be solved to find the tension in the guy wire and the horizontal and vertical forces exerted by the hinge on the beam.
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A shop sign weighing 255 N is supported by a uniform 145 N beam as shown in Fig. 9-54. Find the tension in the guy wire. Find the horizontal and vertical forces exerted by the hinge on the beam.

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Write down all the forces acting on the system. The system is in static equilibrium so what can you conclude from it? (Meaning about the torque and sum of all forces).
 
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i have that done just didnt know how to put it on the forum. i think they would be 0...
 
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Right. Now solve the equations you have. Especially solve for what they're asking you.
 

1. What is a hinged beam and cable problem?

A hinged beam and cable problem is a type of engineering problem that involves analyzing the forces and stresses on a beam that is supported by hinges at both ends and connected to a cable at the midpoint. This problem is commonly used to study the structural behavior of bridges and other structures.

2. How is a hinged beam and cable problem solved?

To solve a hinged beam and cable problem, the equations of equilibrium are applied to determine the unknown forces and stresses in the beam and cable. This typically involves setting up a system of equations and solving for the unknown variables using algebra or other mathematical methods.

3. What are the main assumptions made in a hinged beam and cable problem?

The main assumptions made in a hinged beam and cable problem are that the beam is rigid and has no bending or deformation, the hinges are frictionless and can only support forces in the vertical direction, and the cable is inextensible and can only support tension forces.

4. What are some real-world applications of hinged beam and cable problems?

Hinged beam and cable problems have many real-world applications, including the design and analysis of bridges, cranes, and other structures that rely on hinged beams and cables for support. They are also used in the study of biomechanics and the behavior of biological tissues.

5. What are some challenges in solving hinged beam and cable problems?

One of the main challenges in solving hinged beam and cable problems is accurately modeling the complex behavior of the materials involved, such as the elasticity of the beam and the non-linear stress-strain relationship of the cable. Another challenge is dealing with the effects of external factors, such as wind or earthquakes, on the structure.

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