Question: A timber box ( Sx = 2 5 5 in 3 ) is used as a simply supported beam over an 1 8 ft span

A timber box (Sx=255 in3) is used as a simply supported beam over an 18ft span length. The beam carries a uniformly distributed load of 500 lb/ft, which includes the weight of the beam. Calculate the maximum Bending Stress (psi).

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