1. A train weighing 100 tons is being pulled up a 2% grade. The train resistance is constant at 10 Ib/ton. The speed of the train is increased from 20 fps to 40 fps in a distance of 1000 ft. Find the maximum horsepower developed by the locomotive. 100 tons 2% F = 100(10) = 10006 100

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1. A train weighing 100 tons is being pulled up a 2% grade. The train
resistance is constant at 10 lb/ton. The speed of the train is
increased from 20 fps to 40 fps in a distance of 1000 ft. Find the
maximum horsepower developed by the locomotive.
100 tons
, 2%
F = 100(10) = 1000/5
100
Transcribed Image Text:1. A train weighing 100 tons is being pulled up a 2% grade. The train resistance is constant at 10 lb/ton. The speed of the train is increased from 20 fps to 40 fps in a distance of 1000 ft. Find the maximum horsepower developed by the locomotive. 100 tons , 2% F = 100(10) = 1000/5 100
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