A package of mass m has a mass of 10 lbs. and rest on the platform, which is supported by the mechanism shown. Mass M is located midway between points B and C and can be represented approximately as a concentrated force at its centroid. let a=5 inches b=7 inches and see equal BD equal 10 inches and theta= 60°. Determine the force in the hydraulic cylinder and the reactions at pins A and F necessary for static equilibrium

A package of mass m has a mass of 10 lbs. and rest on the platform, which is supported by the mechanism shown. Mass M is located midway between points B and C and can be represented approximately as a concentrated force at its centroid. let a=5 inches b=7 inches and see equal BD equal 10 inches and theta= 60°. Determine the force in the hydraulic cylinder and the reactions at pins A and F necessary for static equilibrium

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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