A rectangular plate with a weight of W is supported by collars A and B. Collar A slides on a smooth, vertical guide, whereas B slides on a rough vertical guide with a coefficient of static frictions. The center of mass of the plate is at point G. For this problem: a) Determine the minimum value of μ, for which the plate can remain in equilibrium? Express your final answer in terms of, at most, h, b and W. b) Does your answer in Part a) above depend on the plate weight W? smooth H₂ B b b C h h

A rectangular plate with a weight of W is supported by collars A and B. Collar A slides on a smooth, vertical guide, whereas B slides on a rough vertical guide with a coefficient of static frictions. The center of mass of the plate is at point G. For this problem: a) Determine the minimum value of μ, for which the plate can remain in equilibrium? Express your final answer in terms of, at most, h, b and W. b) Does your answer in Part a) above depend on the plate weight W? smooth H₂ B b b C h h

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

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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