The plane rectangular gate can pivot about the support at B. For the conditions given, is it stable or unstable? Neglect the weight of the gate. Justify your answer with calculations. Water 8 m Gate 3.5 m B 45°

The plane rectangular gate can pivot about the support at B. For the conditions given, is it stable or unstable? Neglect the weight of the gate. Justify your answer with calculations. Water 8 m Gate 3.5 m B 45°

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

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Publisher:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

Chapter7: Dry Friction

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 7.29P: The 80-kg crate has its center of gravity at G. Determine the smallest force P that will initiate...

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