Reflection on structural engineering
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For a simple supported beam, with a load M in the middle, the vertical reaction forces on both supports would be equal to M/2.
Ex: For the given beam below, for M = 200 kips, both vertical reactions in the support would be equal to Ay = By = 100 kips.
Question: If we have a load M = 500 kips, calculate the vertical reactions on both supports knowing that the load M is in the middle as shown in the picture below. Express your answer in both kips and kN. 1kip = 4.45kN=1000lbf
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