Test_1_MEMB123_Sem_2_2009-2010
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TEST1 MEMB123 Statics Q.1 Two forces F 1 and F 2 are applied at a point A in a body with the magnitude of 60 N and 45 N respectively as shown in Figure 1. Determine; i) The magnitude and the coordinate direction of the resultant of the two forces at point A. ii) The angle between forces F 1 and F 2 . 33 marks Figure 1 Q.2 Determine the force in each cable needed to support the 500 N load as shown in Figure 2 for equilibrium. 34 marks
Transcript of Test_1_MEMB123_Sem_2_2009-2010
TEST1 MEMB123 Statics
Q.1 Two forces F1 and F2 are applied at a point A in a body with the magnitude of
60 N and 45 N respectively as shown in Figure 1. Determine;
i) The magnitude and the coordinate direction of the resultant of the two
forces at point A.
ii) The angle between forces F1 and F2.
33 marks
Figure 1
Q.2 Determine the force in each cable needed to support the 500 N load as shown in
Figure 2 for equilibrium. 34 marks
Figure 2
Q.3 Determine the resultant moment about the flange O produced by the two forces in
Figure 3. Express the result as a Cartesian vector. 33 marks
Figure 3
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