1. In the figure shown, a vertical triangular gate submerged in a certain liquid with s.g. = 0,85. If the eccentricity is 150 mm determine the distance between the top of the gate and the liquid surface, L.S. :=L.S. d 1.2 m 2. In Prob. 1, determine the magnitude and location of the hydrostatic force on the gate. 2.7 m

1. In the figure shown, a vertical triangular gate submerged in a certain liquid with s.g. = 0,85. If the eccentricity is 150 mm determine the distance between the top of the gate and the liquid surface, L.S. :=L.S. d 1.2 m 2. In Prob. 1, determine the magnitude and location of the hydrostatic force on the gate. 2.7 m

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Chapter8: Centroids And Distributed Loads

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Problem 8.122P: The 12-ft wide quarter-circular gate AB is hinged at A. Determine the contact force between the gate...

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