Determine the vertical force P that must be applied at G to maintain the equilibrium of the linkage.
Fig. P10.101 and P10.102
Find the vertical force P that should be applied at G for which the equilibrium is maintained.
Answer to Problem 10.101RP
The vertical force P required for the equilibrium is
Explanation of Solution
Show the free-body diagram of the arrangement as in Figure 1.
Consider the vertical displacement at A as
Find the vertical displacement
Find the vertical displacement
Find the vertical displacement
Find the vertical displacement
Use the virtual work principle:
Substitute
Therefore, the vertical force P required for the equilibrium is
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