A mechanic is reinstalling a newly-sharpened blade on a lawn mower. A wedged-in block of wood at C prevents the blade from rotating as the 26-lb force is applied to the wrench handle. The blade is bolted to a bracket attached to the motor shaft O, which protrudes through the bracket and blade. Determine the normal force at C. State any assumptions. Does it matter whether the bolt at B is installed? 5.7" 26 lb 2.02.0" AO OB -8" C

A mechanic is reinstalling a newly-sharpened blade on a lawn mower. A wedged-in block of wood at C prevents the blade from rotating as the 26-lb force is applied to the wrench handle. The blade is bolted to a bracket attached to the motor shaft O, which protrudes through the bracket and blade. Determine the normal force at C. State any assumptions. Does it matter whether the bolt at B is installed? 5.7" 26 lb 2.02.0" AO OB -8" C

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

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter5: Three-dimensional Equilibrium

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 5.46P: The 80-lb homogeneous plate is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A, a slider hearing at B, and...

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