PROBLEM 2: A rectangular gate rotates about a pivot in the clockwise direction to open. The specific weight of water is 9.81 kN/m?. Describe the condition of the gate when the depth of water in the tank is 10m, will the gate start rotating about the pivot or remain closed? Prove your answer. Water 10m 4 m4mE Pivot

PROBLEM 2: A rectangular gate rotates about a pivot in the clockwise direction to open. The specific weight of water is 9.81 kN/m?. Describe the condition of the gate when the depth of water in the tank is 10m, will the gate start rotating about the pivot or remain closed? Prove your answer. Water 10m 4 m4mE Pivot

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

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter8: Centroids And Distributed Loads

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8.122P: The 12-ft wide quarter-circular gate AB is hinged at A. Determine the contact force between the gate...

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