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Force F acts on the frame such that its
Chapter 2, Problem 2-16(choose chapter or problem)
Force F acts on the frame such that its component acting along member AB is 650 lb, directed from B towards A. Determine the required angle \(\phi (0^{\circ}\ \leq\ \phi\ \leq\ 45^{\circ})\) and the component acting along member BC. Set F = 850 lb and \(\theta = 30^{\circ}\).
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QUESTION:
Force F acts on the frame such that its component acting along member AB is 650 lb, directed from B towards A. Determine the required angle \(\phi (0^{\circ}\ \leq\ \phi\ \leq\ 45^{\circ})\) and the component acting along member BC. Set F = 850 lb and \(\theta = 30^{\circ}\).
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Given data
Triangle of forces
We will use the triangle rule of forces. This triangle needs to be closed, because we have equilibrium here.