Engineering Mechanics

STATICS OF RIGID BODIES

BES 210

Activity Title: Equilibrium Date Given:

Code: PS3 Date Due:
Total score: 30pts
1. Equilibrium
1.1. Determine the Reaction of the given system under the state of static equilibrium:
The system is a post supported by a fixed end at A. (15pts)
HINT: There is a resisting Moment at A

1.2. A lift, comprising of 3 cables arranged as shown, carries a spare part for a
military tank. Compute for the tension experienced by the 3 cables given that the
body it carries is 8 Mg. (15pts)

Instructor: Engr. Dominico Josh A. Cania

 Engineering Mechanics
STATICS OF RIGID BODIES
BES 210

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Instructor: Engr. Dominico Josh A. Cania