Question

Define beams and their types

Answer 1

Any structure member which cross section is much smaller compare to its length and undergoes lateral load, known as beam.

 

In other words beam is a horizontal bar witch undergoes lateral load or couple which tends to bend it or a horizontal bar undergoes bending stress known as beam.

• Types:
• simply supported beams
• fixed beams
• cantilever beams
• overhanging beams