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Prelim SRB

1) The document contains examples of calculating moments of forces about points for various mechanical systems. 2) Moments are expressed as scalar and vector quantities, and points where moments are zero are identified. 3) Resultant forces and force systems are also determined for various examples, including forces on structures, forces between objects, and forces within moving systems.

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Prelim SRB

1) The document contains examples of calculating moments of forces about points for various mechanical systems. 2) Moments are expressed as scalar and vector quantities, and points where moments are zero are identified. 3) Resultant forces and force systems are also determined for various examples, including forces on structures, forces between objects, and forces within moving systems.

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MOMENTS

1.)

The 4-kN force F is applied at point A. Compute the moment of F about point O, expressing it both as a scalar and as a vector quantity. Determine the coordinates of the points on the x- and y-axes about which the moment of F is zero.

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The rectangular plate is made up of 1-ft squares as shown. A 75-lb force is applied at point A in the direction shown. Determine the moment of this force about point B and about point C.

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A prybar is used to remove a nail as shown. Determine the moment of the 60-lb force about the point O of contact between the prybar and the small support block.

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The entire branch OA has a mass of 180 kg with mass center at G. Determine the moment of the weight of this branch about point O.

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The 30-N force P is applied perpendicular to the portion BC of the bent bar. Determine the moment of P about point B and about point A.

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Resultants

1.) Determine the resultant R of the three tension forces acting on the eye bolt. Find the magnitude of R and the angle x which R makes with the positive x-axis.

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2.) Determine and locate the resultant R of the two forces and one couple acting on the Ibeam.

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3.) If the resultant of the two forces and couple M passes through point O, determine M.

4.) A commercial airliner with four jet engines, each producing 90 kN of forward thrust, is in a steady, level cruise when engine number 3 suddenly fails. Determine and locate the resultant of the three remaining engine thrust vectors. Treat this as a two-dimensional problem.

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5.) While sliding a desk toward the doorway, three students exert the forces shown in the overhead view. Determine the equivalent force-couple system at point A. Then determine the equation of the line of action of the resultant force.

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Equilibriums
1.) The mass center G of the 1400-kg rear-engine car is located as show in the figure. Determine the normal force under each tire when the car is in equilibrium. State any assumptions.

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2.) A carpenter carries a 12-lb 2-in. by 4-in. board as shown. What downward force does he feel on his shoulder at A?

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3.) A carpenter holds a 12-lb 2in. by 4-in. board as shown. If he exerts vertical forces on the board, determine the forces at A and B.

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4.) The 450-kg uniform I-beam supports the load shown. Determine the reactions at the supports.

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5.) The 20-kg homogeneous smooth sphere rests on the two inclines as shown. Determine the contact forces at A and B.

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