(a)
The vertical water force on the panel.
Answer to Problem 2.84P
The vertical water force =
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The maximum point of parabola AB is point A. The width of the panel is 150cm.
The atmospheric pressure is neglected.
Assume that the vertical force acting on the panel is
In above equation,
Calculation:
According to the above mentioned explanation,
The area of curvy triangle ACB can be found as below,
By substituting the above values, in below equation
Conclusion:
The vertical water force on the panel is equal to
(b)
The horizontal water force on the panel.
Answer to Problem 2.84P
The horizontal water force =
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The maximum point of parabola AB is point A. The width of the panel is 150cm.
The atmospheric pressure is neglected.
Assume that the horizontal force acting on the panel is
In above equation,
Calculation:
According to the above mentioned explanation,
Conclusion:
The horizontal water force on the panel is equal to
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