8. To adjust the vertical position of a column supporting 200-kN load, two 5° wedges are use as shown in the Figure. Determine the force P necessary to start the wedges is the angle of friction at all contact surfaces is 25°. Neglect friction at the rollers. 200 kN 5% 159

8. To adjust the vertical position of a column supporting 200-kN load, two 5° wedges are use as shown in the Figure. Determine the force P necessary to start the wedges is the angle of friction at all contact surfaces is 25°. Neglect friction at the rollers. 200 kN 5% 159

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