The beam supports a uniform live load of 427 lb/ft. Determin…

The beam supports a uniform live load of 427 lb/ft. Determine the maximum negative shear that can be developed at point B. Assume the support at A is a pin and C is a roller. The influence lines for VB and MB are shown, along with the peak values of the influence lines.

A truck exerts wheel reactions P1 = 10 kips and P2 = 5 kips…

A truck exerts wheel reactions P1 = 10 kips and P2 = 5 kips on the deck of a bridge. Determine the maximum positive shear at C. Assume the truck only travels in the direction shown. The influence lines for VC and MC are shown, along with the peak values of the influence lines.