2m 1m 1m -2m- 2m 2m The crate weighs 450 kg andis supported by three cables as shown in the figure 3 m below. a. Draw a free-body diagram for point A b. Express the tension in each cable in terms of the unit vector and its unknown magnitude c. Determine the magnitude of the tension in each cable d. Whatis the maximum weight for a cratel that can be supported if the maximum tension in any cable is 900 kg?

2m 1m 1m -2m- 2m 2m The crate weighs 450 kg andis supported by three cables as shown in the figure 3 m below. a. Draw a free-body diagram for point A b. Express the tension in each cable in terms of the unit vector and its unknown magnitude c. Determine the magnitude of the tension in each cable d. Whatis the maximum weight for a cratel that can be supported if the maximum tension in any cable is 900 kg?

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

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Chapter6: Beams And Cables

Section: Chapter Questions

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