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This apparatus is designed to study the support reactions in a simply supported beam under various loading conditions, allowing students to experimentally determine the forces at the supports and compare them with theoretical calculations based on static equilibrium. It provides a practical method for visualizing how loads applied at different points along a beam influence the reactions at its supports. The unit consists of a sturdy aluminum frame supporting two vertical pillars, between which a steel beam is mounted. The beam is equipped with two spring balances at its ends that directly indicate the reaction forces. Precision-drilled holes along the length of beam allow for the placement of three movable load hangers at various positions, enabling a range of loading scenarios. A one-meter ruler is included for accurate measurement of load positions. Its primary application is in civil and mechanical engineering education for teaching fundamental principles of statics and structural analysis. The key benefit is the direct, hands-on comparison between measured reaction forces and theoretical predictions, reinforcing students understanding of equilibrium conditions and the principles of moments and forces in simply supported beams.