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![**Concept Simulation 9.1: Force Analysis on a Bridge**
This simulation demonstrates how forces can vary in different scenarios involving equilibrium. Imagine a hiker weighing 935 N walking through the woods. He arrives at a small, uniform horizontal bridge that weighs 4500 N. This bridge is supported by two concrete piers, one at each end. The hiker stops when he is a quarter of the way across. We need to determine the force exerted by the concrete supports on the bridge at the following points:
(a) At the near end.
(b) At the far end.
These calculations involve understanding the principles of static equilibrium and the distribution of forces. You can input the numerical force magnitudes along with their units in the spaces provided:
(a) Near End:
- **Number:** [Input Field]
- **Units:** [Dropdown Menu]
(b) Far End:
- **Number:** [Input Field]
- **Units:** [Dropdown Menu]
Understanding these forces can provide insights into structural stability and resource allocation in real-world engineering scenarios.](https://content.bartleby.com/qna-images/question/c9819384-7ac8-4a35-b95a-106c2e89eec6/6faf0036-d172-46a6-8967-7fa7c1db10f9/iq0spst_processed.jpeg)
Transcribed Image Text:**Concept Simulation 9.1: Force Analysis on a Bridge**
This simulation demonstrates how forces can vary in different scenarios involving equilibrium. Imagine a hiker weighing 935 N walking through the woods. He arrives at a small, uniform horizontal bridge that weighs 4500 N. This bridge is supported by two concrete piers, one at each end. The hiker stops when he is a quarter of the way across. We need to determine the force exerted by the concrete supports on the bridge at the following points:
(a) At the near end.
(b) At the far end.
These calculations involve understanding the principles of static equilibrium and the distribution of forces. You can input the numerical force magnitudes along with their units in the spaces provided:
(a) Near End:
- **Number:** [Input Field]
- **Units:** [Dropdown Menu]
(b) Far End:
- **Number:** [Input Field]
- **Units:** [Dropdown Menu]
Understanding these forces can provide insights into structural stability and resource allocation in real-world engineering scenarios.
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