P19-2. The swing bridge opens and closes by turning 90

Chapter 20, Problem P19-2

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P19-2. The swing bridge opens and closes by turning 90 using a motor located under the center of the deck at A that applies a torque M to the bridge. If the bridge was supported at its end B. would the same torque open the bridge at the same time, or would it open slower or faster? Explain your answer using numerical values and an impulse and momentum analysis. Also, what are the benefits of making the bridge have the variable depth as shown?

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