Article 2/4

Problems 41

PROBLEMS

Introductory Problems

2/27 The 4-kN force F is applied at point A. Compute the moment of F about
point O, expressing it both as a scalar and as a vector quantity. Determine
the coor- dinates of the points on the x- and y-axes about which the moment of F is
zero.
Ans. Mo
==

2.68 kN·m CCW, Mo = 2.68k kN m

(x, y) = (-1.3, 0) and (0, 0.78) m
2/29 The throttle-control sector pivots freely at O. If an internal torsional spring
exerts a return moment M 2 N m on the sector when in the position shown,
for design purposes determine the necessary throttle-cable tension T so that the net
against the
moment about O is zero. Note that when T is zero, the sector rests
idle-control adjustment screw at R. Ans. T = 40 N

y, m

A (1.2, 1.5)

F = 4 kN
5

10
-x, m
50 mm
R

Problem 2/27

2/28 The rectangular plate is made up of 1-ft squares as shown. A 75-lb

force is applied at point A in the di- rection shown. Determine the moment of this force
about point B and about point C.

75 lb
Problem 2/29

2/30 The entire branch OA has a mass of 180 kg with mass

center at G. Determine the moment of the weight of this branch about point 0.
 1 ft
A
B

1 ft

Problem 2/28
L
X

2.4 m

Problem 2/30
A

$1.2 m
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Chapter 2 Force Systems

2/31 A force F of magnitude 40 N is applied to the gear.

Determine the moment of F about point O.
Ans. Mo
60 lb
=

5.64 N m CW

20°

F= 60 N

OL

r = 100 mm
65°
 -15°

14"

Problem 2/31

2/32 Calculate the moment of the 250-N force on the han-

不
dle of the monkey wrench about the center of the bolt.

30 mm
250 N

15%

200 mm

Problem 2/32

2/33 A prybar is used to remove a nail as shown. Deter- mine the moment of the
60-lb force about the point O of contact between the prybar and the small sup-
port block.
= 70.0 lb-ft CW
Ans. Mo
1.2"

Problem 2/33

Representative Problems
 2/34 A portion of a mechanical coin sorter works as fol- lows: Pennies and dimes roll
the last triangular portion of which pivots freely about a
down the 20° incline,
horizontal axis through O. Dimes are light enough (2.28 grams each) so that
the triangular por- tion remains stationary, and the dimes roll into the right
collection column. Pennies, on the other hand, are heavy enough (3.06 grams
each) so that the tri- angular portion pivots clockwise, and the pennies roll into the
left collection column. Determine the mo- ment about O of the weight of the penny in
terms of the slant distance s in millimeters.

COD 1989
3.5 mm
0
20°

pennies

Problem 2/34
9.5 mm

dimes
Article 2/4
Problems 43

2/35 Elements of the lower arm are shown in the figure. The weight of the forearm is
5 lb with mass center at G. Determine the combined moment about the el- bow pivot O
of the weights of the forearm and the sphere. What must the biceps tension force
be so that the overall moment about O is zero?
Ans. Mo
-

128.6 lb-in. CW, T

=

64.3 lb
2/37 In order to raise the flagpole OC, a light frame OAB is attached to the
pole and a tension of 780 lb is de- veloped in the hoisting cable by the power winch
D. Calculate the moment Mo of this tension about the hinge point O.
Ans. Mo
=

5010 lb-ft CCW

A
 T

2"

55°
G

A
to

5 lb

13"
8 lb

Problem 2/35

2/36 The 30-N force P is applied perpendicular to the por- tion BC of the bent
bar. Determine the moment of P about point B and about point A.
10'
10"
20°
10
B
C

Problem 2/37

2/38 Compute the moment of the 0.4-lb force about the

pivot O of the wall-switch toggle.

F= 0.4 lb

-10°

30°
100

Problem 2/38

P
=

30 N
 C
1.6 m

B
45°
2/39 A force of 200 N is applied to the end of the wrench to tighten a flange bolt
which holds the wheel to the axle. Determine the moment M produced by this
force about the center O of the wheel for the position of the wrench shown.
Ans. M
=
·

78.3 N m CW

200 N

1.6 m

Problem 2/36
450 mm

650 mm

125 mm

Problem 2/39
200
46
Chapter 2 Force Systems

2/48 As the result of a wind blowing normal to the plane of the rectangular
lb/ft2 is exerted in the direction shown in
sign, a uniform pressure of 3.5
the figure. Determine the moment of the resulting force about point O. Express
your result as a vector using the coordinates shown.

24"
2/50 The rocker arm BD of an automobile engine is sup- ported by a
nonrotating shaft at C. If the design value of the force exerted by the pushrod
AB on the rocker arm is 80 lb, determine the force which the valve stem DE must
exert at D in order for the combined moment about point C to be zero. Compute
the re- sultant of these two forces exerted on the rocker arm. Note that the points B, C,
and D lie on a horizontal line and that both the pushrod and valve stem exert forces
along their axes.

1.75"
1′′
 30"

SPEED LIT

40"

Problem 2/48

2/49 The masthead fitting supports the two forces shown. Determine the
magnitude of T which will cause no bending of the mast (zero moment) at point
O.

60 mm

30°

5 kN
Ans. T
=

4.04 kN

90
120
mm
mm

C
2

0
5

Problem 2/49
T
C
B
 A

10°
5°

Problem 2/50
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PROBLEMS

Introductory Problems

2/53 Compute the combined moment of the two 180-N

forces about (a) point O and (b) point A.
Ans. (a) Mo (b) MA
=

108 N m CCW 108 N m CCW

200 mm
F= 5 kN

180 N

240 mm

240 mm

120 mm

180 N
10

Problem 2/53

2/54 Replace the 800-lb force acting at point A by a force-

couple system at (a) point O and (b) point B.
T
B
800 lb
y

A
2

3'

x
 Problem 2/54

2/55 The indicated force-couple system is applied to a small shaft at the

center of the rectangular plate. Re- place this system by a single force and specify the
coordinate of the point on the y-axis through which the line of action of this resultant
force passes.
Ans. y
=

-75 mm
Article 2/5 Problems 51

M = 375 N-m

300 mm
x

Problem 2/55

2/56 The top view of a revolving entrance door is shown. Two persons
simultaneously approach the door and exert forces of equal magnitudes as
⚫m,
shown. If the re- sulting moment about the door pivot axis at O is 25 N
determine the force magnitude F.

15°
F

0.8 m

0.8 m
0

-F

15°

Problem 2/56
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Chapter 2 Force Systems

2/57 When making a left turn, a driver exerts two 1.5-lb forces on a steering wheel as
shown. Determine the moment associated with these forces. Discuss the ef- fects of varying
the steering-wheel diameter d.
Ans. M 24 lb-in. CCW

1.5 lb
2/59 As part of a test, the two aircraft engines are revved up and the propeller
pitches are adjusted so as to result in the fore and aft thrusts shown. What force F must
be exerted by the ground on each of the main braked wheels at A and B to
counteract the turning effect of the two propeller thrusts? Neglect any ef- fects
of the nose wheel C, which is turned 90° and unbraked.
Ans. F
-

875 lb

35°

1.5 lb
d = 16"

Problem 2/57

2/58 During a ground test with both main and tail rotors in steady operation, a 400-N
aerodynamic force is ex- erted on the tail rotor at P as shown. Determine the equivalent
force-couple system at point 0.

400 N

Problem 2/58
6 m
500 lb
 8' 14'

B
500 lb

Problem 2/59

2/60 Each propeller of the twin-screw ship develops a full- speed thrust of 300
kN. In maneuvering the ship, one propeller is turning full speed ahead and the
other full speed in reverse. What thrust P must each tug exert on the ship to
counteract the turning effect of the ship's propellers?

50 m

120 m

Problem 2/60
F

12 m

F
Article 2/5
Problems
53

Representative Problems

2/61 In the design of the lifting hook the action of the ap- plied force F at the
critical section of the hook is a direct pull at B and a couple. If the magnitude of the
couple is 4000 lb-ft, determine the magnitude of F.
Ans. F
=

12,000 lb
2/63 A lug wrench is used to tighten a square-head bolt. If 50-lb forces are applied to
the wrench as shown, determine the magnitude F of the equal forces ex- erted on
the four contact points on the 1-in. bolt head so that their external effect on the bolt is
equivalent to that of the two 50-lb forces. Assume that the forces are perpendicular to the
flats of the bolt head.
Ans. F =
700 lb
 B
50 lb

14"
1"

View C Detail (clearances exaggerated)

Problem 2/61

2/62 The system consisting of the bar OA, two identical pulleys, and a section
of thin tape is subjected to the two 180-N tensile forces shown in the figure. Deter-
mine the equivalent force-couple system at point 0.

180 N
50 lb

14"
B

Problem 2/63

2/64 The inspection door shown is constructed of sheet steel which is in.
thick. Determine the force-couple system located at the hinge center O
which is equivalent to the weight of the door. State any assumptions.

0
r = 25 mm

45°

50 mm
Problem 2/62
100 mm

180 N
0
16"

20"

1"

Problem 2/64