Find the support reactions on a beam

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the support reactions on a beam in a mechanics problem. Participants are analyzing the calculations related to a concentrated force and its associated moment, comparing their results to those provided by a teacher and an online software tool.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asserts confidence in their result, which aligns with an online software tool, suggesting a discrepancy with the teacher's answer.
  • Another participant proposes that the concentrated moment should be calculated as 150 N x 1.5 m.
  • A subsequent reply challenges the previous calculation, stating that the moment is already given as 150 Nm and that multiplying by a length would result in incorrect units.
  • Further clarification is provided regarding the input value in the online calculator, indicating that if the reaction moment is indeed 150 N-m, the lever cannot maintain static equilibrium with respect to the beam.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the correct interpretation of the moment and its calculation, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain unresolved.

Contextual Notes

There are indications of confusion regarding the units of measurement and the interpretation of the problem's diagram, which may affect the calculations presented.

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Homework Statement
Find the support reactions on beam.
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Hello! in this good afternoon ;).

I need some help for this beam and his support reactions.

The problem it is done, but my result its different from the teacher`s result.

I'm sure my answer is correct, as even the "SkyCivbeam" online software also gives the same results.

it appears that the problem lies in the momentum that accompanies the 150 N force...but i don't know..
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The concentrated moment should be not 150, but 150 N x 1.5 m.
 
Lnewqban said:
The concentrated moment should be not 150, but 150 N x 1.5 m.
Nope. Note that the moment is given as 150Nm (the yellow is kind of hard to read). Multiplying it by a length again will mess up your units.
 
willem2 said:
Nope. Note that the moment is given as 150Nm (the yellow is kind of hard to read). Multiplying it by a length again will mess up your units.
Please, note that the yellow color shows the incorrect input value into the online calculator.
If the reaction moment at the point of connection between the beam and the L-shape lever is 150 N-m, that lever can't remain in static equilibrium respect to the beam.
Please see original problem shown by hand drawn diagram on top left corner of OP.
 

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