How will you recognise points of Contraflexure in different types of Beams
How will you recognise points of Contraflexure in different types of Beams K ey Words Different types of Beam, Simply supported, Cantilever, Overhangged, Points of Contraflexure, phenomenon of points of Contraflexure, Vertical forces, Bending moment,UDL,BMdiagrams 1 .Simply Supported Beam A simply supported beam rests freely at both ends . This is why it is also known as a freely supported beam. This type of beam is installed in a way that it has pinned support at one end and a roller support on the other end. It makes it very good at handling resisting vertical forces 2. Cantilever Beam A cantilever is a rigid structural element that extends horizontally and is supported at only one end. Typically it extends from a flat vertical surface such as a wall, to which it must be firmly attached. Like other structural elements, a cantilever can be formed as a beam, plate, truss, or slab. 3 . overhanging Beam my If the end portion of a beam extends beyond the support , then the beam is known