The boom ABC in Fig 4 is held by the ball and socket joint at A and the two cables EBF and CD, as shown. The cable EBF passes through a frictionless pulley at B. A 20 kN force acts as shown at point C. Calculate the tensions in the two cables and the reactions at A. Neglect the weight of the boom. 2 m 1 m 20 kN 1m 1.5 m- 1.5 m

The boom ABC in Fig 4 is held by the ball and socket joint at A and the two cables EBF and CD, as shown. The cable EBF passes through a frictionless pulley at B. A 20 kN force acts as shown at point C. Calculate the tensions in the two cables and the reactions at A. Neglect the weight of the boom. 2 m 1 m 20 kN 1m 1.5 m- 1.5 m

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

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter5: Three-dimensional Equilibrium

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 5.21P: The homogeneous 20-kg door is held in the horizontal plane by a thrust hinge at O, a hinge at A, and...

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