How Much Load Will the Wheel at C Bear in a 3-Axle Trailer?

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The discussion focuses on determining the load on wheel C of a 3-axle trailer, emphasizing that wheels A and B cannot bear the entire load due to the load's center being between B and C. The problem requires considering the deformation of the trailer rather than treating it as a rigid beam, indicating that a quartic equation may be necessary for accurate calculations. The participants highlight the importance of proper load distribution to ensure appropriate sizing of all wheels. Overall, understanding the load dynamics is crucial for the project's success.
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Homework Statement


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It's a project so not a textbook question.

The Attempt at a Solution


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I'm looking to solve for C. The problem is actually a trailer with 3 axles but simplifying here as 3 fixed points where the wheels would be. The wheels A and B will want to be sized to take the full load. However, how much load will the wheel at C be subject to here so I can size accordingly?
 
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Mechaman said:

Homework Statement


https://imgur.com/a/AGJaN
It's a project so not a textbook question.

The Attempt at a Solution


Given in imgur picture.
[/B]
I'm looking to solve for C. The problem is actually a trailer with 3 axles but simplifying here as 3 fixed points where the wheels would be. The wheels A and B will want to be sized to take the full load. However, how much load will the wheel at C be subject to here so I can size accordingly?
Since there are three supports, you cannot solve it representing the beam as rigid. You need to consider its deformation (a quartic).
There is no way that A and B would take the full load, though, since the centre of the load is between B and C.
 
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