Q2/A rectangular plate of AB 1.2 meter by 5-meter size is immersed in water. The plane of the plate is inclined at 45° with free water surface and the end of plate at(B) a depth of 5 meters from water surface. Find the total pressure on the plate and the position of center of pressure. Free water surface hd hp 5 m Hinge. <-1.2 m- 5m Fig. 3.33 G C

Q2/A rectangular plate of AB 1.2 meter by 5-meter size is immersed in water. The plane of the plate is inclined at 45° with free water surface and the end of plate at(B) a depth of 5 meters from water surface. Find the total pressure on the plate and the position of center of pressure. Free water surface hd hp 5 m Hinge. <-1.2 m- 5m Fig. 3.33 G C

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