Assume that all of the geometry and weights for members AB and BC for the system shown to the right are provided/given. However, the magnitude of the additional applied load P is unknown. P If you are asked to determine the maximum value of P that can be supported before either point A or C slips, provide the FBDS A that you would use to begin your work. Identify the number of unknowns & the number of available MA =0.3 Mc =0.5 equations (from equilibrium and friction)

Assume that all of the geometry and weights for members AB and BC for the system shown to the right are provided/given. However, the magnitude of the additional applied load P is unknown. P If you are asked to determine the maximum value of P that can be supported before either point A or C slips, provide the FBDS A that you would use to begin your work. Identify the number of unknowns & the number of available MA =0.3 Mc =0.5 equations (from equilibrium and friction)

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Chapter6: Beams And Cables

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