The mass of the unbalanced disk is m, and its center of gravity is located at G. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.2 between the cylinder and the inclined surface, determine whether the cylinder can be at rest in the position shown. Note that the string AB is parallel to the incline. 30 20° Dimensions in mm

The mass of the unbalanced disk is m, and its center of gravity is located at G. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.2 between the cylinder and the inclined surface, determine whether the cylinder can be at rest in the position shown. Note that the string AB is parallel to the incline. 30 20° Dimensions in mm

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

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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Problem 7.16P: The mass of the unbalanced disk is m, and its center of gravity is located at G. If the coefficient...

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