Answer: Determine the maximum force P the connection can

Chapter 8, Problem 8-1

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QUESTION:

Determine the maximum force P the connection can support so that no slipping occurs between the plates. There are four bolts used for the connection and each is tightened so that it is subjected to a tension of 4 kN. The coefficient of static friction between the plates is \(\mu_{\mathrm{s}}=0.4\).

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QUESTION:

Determine the maximum force P the connection can support so that no slipping occurs between the plates. There are four bolts used for the connection and each is tightened so that it is subjected to a tension of 4 kN. The coefficient of static friction between the plates is \(\mu_{\mathrm{s}}=0.4\).

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The tension in the bolt is

The coefficient of static friction is

The free-body diagram is shown below:

The normal force on the contacting surface is calculated as:

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