EQUILIBRIUM OF PARTICLE IN 3-D

For particle equilibrium,  F = 0

So F1 + F2 + F3 = 0
If the forces are resolved into i, j, k
components,
Fxi + Fy j + Fz k = 0

or, written in a scalar form,

 Fx = 0 ;  Fy = 0 ;  Fz = 0
These are three scalar equations
of equilibrium (E of E). They can
be used to solve for up to three
unknowns.
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Determine the tension in the cables in
order to support the 100-kg crate in the
equilibrium position shown.

FAD = 2.94 kN
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FAB = 1.96 kN
Determine the magnitudes of F1, F2 and
F3 for equilibrium of the particle.

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