Concentrated loads are forces applied to a specific point or area on a structure, while distributed loads are forces that are spread out over a larger area or along a specific line on a structure. Concentrated loads are often represented by arrows pointing to a specific point where the force is applied, while distributed loads are typically represented by arrows spread out along an area or line. In terms of their effects on a structure, concentrated loads can cause localized deformations or failure at the point where the force is applied, while distributed loads can cause more uniform deformations or stresses across a larger area of the structure.
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