The tensions in cables
Answer to Problem 2.96P
The tensions in cables
Explanation of Solution
Write the equation to find the magnitude of the
Write the equation to find the unit vector along
Write the equation of
Here,
Write the equation to find the magnitude of the vector
Write the equation to find the unit vector along
Write the equation of
Here,
Write the equation to find the magnitude of the vector
Write the equation to find the unit vector along
Write the equation of
Here,
Write the equation to find the resultant of the forces exerted by the three cables at
Conclusion:
Refer Fig.P2.89 and calculate the vector coordinates of the vector
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Refer Fig.P2.89 and calculate the vector coordinates of the vector
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Refer Fig.P2.89 and calculate the vector coordinates of the vector
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Multiply the equation (XI) by
Multiply the equation (XI1) by
Add the equations (XIII) and (IX).
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Therefore, the tensions in cables
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