2. The 1-m diameter cylinder in the figure is 8 meters long (dimension perpendicular to the paper) and rests in static equilibrium against a frictionless wall at B. 0.5m B Draw the free body diagram of the cylinder. Label all external forces. Water Calculate the horizontal reaction at B. Calculate the specific gravity of the cylinder. If the same cylinder is taken out and dropped in water, Will the cylinder float or sink? Explain. Calculate the buoyant force that will act on the cylinder. Comment on the stability of the cylinder.

2. The 1-m diameter cylinder in the figure is 8 meters long (dimension perpendicular to the paper) and rests in static equilibrium against a frictionless wall at B. 0.5m B Draw the free body diagram of the cylinder. Label all external forces. Water Calculate the horizontal reaction at B. Calculate the specific gravity of the cylinder. If the same cylinder is taken out and dropped in water, Will the cylinder float or sink? Explain. Calculate the buoyant force that will act on the cylinder. Comment on the stability of the cylinder.

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

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ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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Problem 7.35P: The weight of the cylindrical tank is negligible in comparison to the weight of water it contains...

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