1. The light bar is used to support the m kg block in its vertical guides. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.30 at the upper end of the bar and 0.4 at the lower end of the bar, a. Find the friction force acting at each end for x = 75 mm. b. Find the maximum value of x for which the bar will not slip.

1. The light bar is used to support the m kg block in its vertical guides. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.30 at the upper end of the bar and 0.4 at the lower end of the bar, a. Find the friction force acting at each end for x = 75 mm. b. Find the maximum value of x for which the bar will not slip.

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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Problem 7.92RP: The test specimen AB is placed in the grip of a tension-testing machine and secured with a wedge....

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