The two-member frame below supports a 200 lb load (weight) and a 500 ft-lb couple as shown. All components are weightless except for the 200 lb weight. Set up the following problem, but do not solve. Clearly number your equations and list your unknowns. We wish to determine (a) the force that the roller at C exerts on ACD and (b) the force that the roller at B exerts on ACD. 2 ft 4 ft A B T = 500 ft-lb 4 ft 1 ft E C W = 200 lb 1 ft

The two-member frame below supports a 200 lb load (weight) and a 500 ft-lb couple as shown. All components are weightless except for the 200 lb weight. Set up the following problem, but do not solve. Clearly number your equations and list your unknowns. We wish to determine (a) the force that the roller at C exerts on ACD and (b) the force that the roller at B exerts on ACD. 2 ft 4 ft A B T = 500 ft-lb 4 ft 1 ft E C W = 200 lb 1 ft

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

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305501607

Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter6: Beams And Cables

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 6.66P: A uniform 80-ft pipe that weighs 960 lb is supported entirely by a cable AB of negligible weight....

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