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How do you calculate load distribution on an uneven beam?

If a beam is supported at either end, but one end is higher, is it correct that the lower end will bear more weight? How would the load difference at the two points be calculated?
gpt
You have three things that all have to equal zero for the beam to stay put: horizontal forces, vertical forces, and moment/torque (with respect to any convenient axis of your choice).  Horizontal forces are just reaction forces at the supports; vertical forces are reaction forces plus weight at the centre of gravity; moments result from every force (including weight) not acting directly through the axis you choose.