Q3 - The uniform bar OC of length L and mass ( m ) pivots freely about a horizontal axis through O. If the spring of modulus k is unstretched when C is coincident with A, determine the tension T required to hold the bar in the position shown. The diameter of the small pulley is negligible. D| T D L/2 45° B 30 L/2 mg A wwwww

Q3 - The uniform bar OC of length L and mass ( m ) pivots freely about a horizontal axis through O. If the spring of modulus k is unstretched when C is coincident with A, determine the tension T required to hold the bar in the position shown. The diameter of the small pulley is negligible. D| T D L/2 45° B 30 L/2 mg A wwwww

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

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Publisher:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Chapter10: Virtual Work And Potential Energy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.45P

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