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Textbook Solutions for Engineering Mechanics: Statics

Chapter 8 Problem 8-68

Question

If a horizontal force of F = 50 N is applied perpendicular to the handle of the lever at E, determine the clamping force developed at G. The mean diameter and lead of the single square-threaded screw at C and D are 25 mm and 5 mm, respectively. The coefficient of static friction is \(\mu_{\mathrm{s}}\) = 0.3.

Solution

Step 1 of 5

First, we'll need to determine the axial force in the screw

Note that since there are two screws, the moment equilibrium equation of the screw is

From here we can express  as:

                ….(1)

The moment in the screw is:

r is radius

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Title Engineering Mechanics: Statics 14 
Author Russell C. Hibbeler
ISBN 9780133918922

Answer: If a horizontal force of F = 50 N is applied

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