3-5.21. Find the distance x (measured along AB) at which a horizontal force of 60 lb should be applied to hold the uniform bar AB in the position shown in Fig. P-3-5.21. Bar AB is 10 ft long and weighs 140 lb. The incline and the floor are smooth. x = 3.33 ft Ans

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Problem 1.31P: Resolve the 360-lb force into components along the cables AB and AC. Use =60 and =40.
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Figure P-3-5.21
Transcribed Image Text:3. 60 lb Figure P-3-5.21
3-5.21. Find the distance x (measured along AB) at which a horizontal
force of 60 lb should be applied to hold the uniform bar AB in the position
shown in Fig. P-3-5.21. Bar AB is 10 ft long and weighs 140 lb. The incline
and the floor are smooth.
x = 3.33 ft
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2.5 29
Transcribed Image Text:3-5.21. Find the distance x (measured along AB) at which a horizontal force of 60 lb should be applied to hold the uniform bar AB in the position shown in Fig. P-3-5.21. Bar AB is 10 ft long and weighs 140 lb. The incline and the floor are smooth. x = 3.33 ft Ans. 2.5 29
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