Static of Beam and Internal Force ( Mechanical Engineering )

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The discussion focuses on understanding the statics of beams, specifically how to draw shear and moment diagrams for beams subjected to varying loads. It emphasizes that the shear and moment in a beam depend on loading and support conditions, and suggests solving for support reactions as a first step. The slope of the shear diagram represents the loading distribution, while the slope of the moment diagram indicates the shear at that point. Resources such as Wikipedia articles on bending, shear stress, and beam structures are recommended for further learning.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with beam loading conditions
  • Knowledge of shear and moment diagrams
  • Ability to perform calculations for support reactions
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the process of calculating support reactions in beams
  • Learn how to construct shear and moment diagrams for various loading conditions
  • Explore the concept of bending stress in beams
  • Review examples of varying load distributions and their effects on shear and moment
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This discussion is beneficial for first-year Mechatronics students, mechanical engineering students, and anyone interested in the fundamentals of beam statics and structural analysis.

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I am currently in my first year in Mechatronics Major, and now I am trying to understanding about statics of beam. How about draw the shear and moment curve? How about if the force is variation and have graph too.
Just like this for example


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how to calculate ?
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Shear and moment in a beam depend on loading and support conditions. Solve for the support reactions first. There are numerous examples on the web (do a 'google' search on shear and moment diagrams). The slope of the shear diagram at any point is the loading distribution at that point. The slope of the moment diagram at any point is the shear at that point. It's probably best to look through the voluminous websites for clear examples.
 

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