Q 2. Four ropes are attached to a crate and exert the forces shown. If the forces are to be replaced with a single equivalent force applied at a point on line AB, determine (a) the equivalent force and the dis- tance from A to the point of application of the force when a = 30°, (b) the value of a so that the single equivalent force is applied at point B. 160 Ib 100 lb 46 in.- B 25 400 lb 36 in. 90 lb 65° 10 in. 66 in.

Q 2. Four ropes are attached to a crate and exert the forces shown. If the forces are to be replaced with a single equivalent force applied at a point on line AB, determine (a) the equivalent force and the dis- tance from A to the point of application of the force when a = 30°, (b) the value of a so that the single equivalent force is applied at point B. 160 Ib 100 lb 46 in.- B 25 400 lb 36 in. 90 lb 65° 10 in. 66 in.

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

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Publisher:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Chapter2: Basic Operations With Force Systems

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2.13P: Three ropes support the weight at A. The tension in ropes AB and AC is 15 lb. Determine the tension...

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