Bending of beam subject to offset transverse force

[sabrepoint]

Sorry if this is too basic but I'm unsure re this and haven't found similar on Web ...

Formula to determine moment at R?

Thanks from an electrical

 

[Ron247]

I thought even electrical engineers took Statics. If I am reading your question right, the initial Moment at R due to the force "F" is FxZ. You also have moment at R from the weight of the structure itself.

Why are you assuming no bending along the Z member? I do not know what a "flexible member" is.

 

[JAE]

Wow
Is this some kind of homework problem?
What real life situation does this represent?

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