Support (structure)

A support can refer to a variety of structures in architecture that includes arches, beams, columns, balconies, and stretchers.

Varieties of support^[1]
Name	Schematic diagram	Simple figure	Restriction			Reaction
Name	Schematic diagram	Simple figure	Vertical	Horizontal	Rotation (Moment)	Direction	Number
Movable support	150px	150px	○	×	×	150px	1
Movable support	150px	150px	○	×	×	150px	1
Hinged support	150px		○	○	×	150px	2
Fixed support	150px		○	○	○	150px	3
Middle hinge (for axial member)	150px		○	○	×
Middle hinge (for beam member)	150px		○	○	×

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