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Static Equilibrium Bridge
AP Physics 1 · Unit 2 Forces
Learning Objectives
ΣF = 0 and Στ = 0 for equilibrium
Normal forces at supports depend on load position
Torque = F × d (moment arm)
Bridge beam distributes load to supports
Tags
equilibrium
torque
forces
bridge
AP Physics 1
Load Position (%)
50
Load Mass (kg)
100
Beam Mass (kg)
50
Beam Length (m)
10
Support Reactions
N_A (left)
0 N
N_B (right)
0 N
W_load
0 N
W_beam
0 N
ΣF_y
0
Στ_A
0