4-13. A vertical square gate separates two compartments of a pressurized air tank, as shown in Figure 4.48. If the gate has a side dimension of 2 ft and is hinged at the top, find the minimum force Q (acting at the gate bottom) required to open the gate. 25 psig 15 psig Air Air Figure 4.48 System Exercise 4-13.

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4-13. A vertical square gate separates two compartments of a pressurized air tank, as shown
in Figure 4.48. If the gate has a side dimension of 2 ft and is hinged at the top, find
the minimum force Q (acting at the gate bottom) required to open the gate.
25 psig
15 psig
Air
Air
Figure 4.48 System Exercise 4-13.
Transcribed Image Text:4-13. A vertical square gate separates two compartments of a pressurized air tank, as shown in Figure 4.48. If the gate has a side dimension of 2 ft and is hinged at the top, find the minimum force Q (acting at the gate bottom) required to open the gate. 25 psig 15 psig Air Air Figure 4.48 System Exercise 4-13.
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