Q1) A) Gate AB in Fig. (4) is 6 m wide and weights 2 tons. It is hinged at B and rests against a smooth wall at A. Determine the water level h at which the gate will start to open. Water A Water 8m 8 m 5 m

Q1) A) Gate AB in Fig. (4) is 6 m wide and weights 2 tons. It is hinged at B and rests against a smooth wall at A. Determine the water level h at which the gate will start to open. Water A Water 8m 8 m 5 m

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

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Chapter8: Centroids And Distributed Loads

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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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