In the arrangement shown, the middfe block is initially held at rest keeping the portion of cord between the pulleys straight and then released. Find its acceleration when the two segments of the cord between the pulleys make a right angle. Neglect friction everywhere and denote acceleration of free fall by g. P

In the arrangement shown, the middfe block is initially held at rest keeping the portion of cord between the pulleys straight and then released. Find its acceleration when the two segments of the cord between the pulleys make a right angle. Neglect friction everywhere and denote acceleration of free fall by g. P

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

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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