Question: d ) A bridge is being built out in both directions from its central support. The bridge under construction can be simplified into two cantilever

d) A bridge is being built out in both directions from its central support. The bridge under construction can be simplified into two cantilever beams with a UDL of 5kN/m. The construction equipment works at the end of the beam and weighs 75 tonnes.
The bridge can support a maximum shear force of 10MN and a bending moment of 200MNm. What is the maximum distance that the bridge span can be built out. Draw the system and show all your working.

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