Two hemispherical shells are bolted together as shown in
Chapter 2, Problem 2.115(choose chapter or problem)
Two hemispherical shells are bolted together as shown in Fig. P2.115. The resulting spherical container, which weighs 300 lb, is filled with mercury and supported by a cable as shown. The container is vented at the top. If eight bolts are symmetrically located around the circumference, what is the vertical force that each bolt must carry?
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