Engineering Mechanics: Statics Problem Solutions and Walkthroughs

A blog where I post solutions to the mechanics and statics problems that I encounter. Also many mastering engineering problems will be seen, so users of that program may find this blog interesting. The course uses the Hibbeler Statics textbook and some of the subjects covered include: Cartesian vectors, force resultants, force equilibrium, particle equilibrium, Hooke's Law, vector decomposition, etc. More to be added as those problems and topics are encountered.

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Wednesday, September 23, 2015

3_3_f

Using Cartesian vector analysis, determine the resultant moment of the three forces about the base of the column at A. Take F1 = {400i + 300j + 120 k} N.

3_3_e

The pipe assembly is subjected to the 80-N force. Determine the moment of this force about point A.

3_3_d

Determine the smallest force F that must be applied along the rope in order to cause the curved rod, which has a radius of 5 ft, to fail at the support of C. This requires a moment of M = 80 lb

ft to be developed at C.

3_3_c

The pole supports a 22-lb traffic light. Using Cartesian vectors, determine the moment of the weight of the traffic light about the base of the pole at A.

3_3_b

The curved rod lies in the x-y plane and has a radius of 3 m. If a force of F = 80 N acts at its end as shown, determine the moment of this force about point B.

3_3_a

The curved rod lies in the x-y plane and has a radius of 3 m. If a force of F = 80 N acts at its end as shown, determine the moment of this force about point O.