4. The position of the machine block B is adjusted by moving the wedge A. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction is 0.35 between all surfaces of contact, determine the force P 400 Ib required to (a) raise block B, (b) lower block B. B

4. The position of the machine block B is adjusted by moving the wedge A. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction is 0.35 between all surfaces of contact, determine the force P 400 Ib required to (a) raise block B, (b) lower block B. B

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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4. The position of the machine block B is adjusted by moving the wedge A. Knowing that the
coefficient of static friction is 0.35 between all surfaces of contact, determine the force P
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required to (a) raise block B, (b) lower block B.
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