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Chapter 02 Equilibrium of Particle 2D

The document contains a series of problems related to the equilibrium of particles in two dimensions, focusing on various scenarios involving blocks, trusses, springs, and cables. Each problem requires determining forces, masses, angles, or tensions necessary for equilibrium under specified conditions. The problems are structured to apply principles of mechanics and static equilibrium.

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Chapter 02 Equilibrium of Particle 2D

The document contains a series of problems related to the equilibrium of particles in two dimensions, focusing on various scenarios involving blocks, trusses, springs, and cables. Each problem requires determining forces, masses, angles, or tensions necessary for equilibrium under specified conditions. The problems are structured to apply principles of mechanics and static equilibrium.

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Chapter 02 : Equilibrium of Particle 2D


2–1. If the 5-kg block is suspended from the pulley B and the sag of the cord is d = 0.15 m,
determine the force in cord ABC. Neglect the size of the pulley.
2–2. If the mass of cylinder C is 40 kg, determine the mass of cylinder A in order to hold the
assembly in the position shown.
2–3. The members of a truss are pin connected at joint O.Determine the magnitudes of F1
and F2 for equilibrium. Set 𝜃 = 60°
2–4. The members of a truss are pin connected at joint O.Determine the magnitude of F1 and
its angle 𝜃 for equilibrium. Set F2 = 6 kN.
2–5. Determine the magnitude and direction 𝜃 of F so that the particle is in equilibrium.
2–6. The members of a truss are connected to the gusset plate. If the forces are concurrent
at point O, determine the magnitudes of F and T for equilibrium. Take 𝜃 = 90°.
2–7. The gusset plate is subjected to the forces of three members. Determine the tension
force in member C and its angle 𝜃 for equilibrium. The forces are concurrent at point O.
Take F = 8 kN.
2–8. Determine the stretch in each spring for equilibrium of the 2-kg block. The springs are
shown in the equilibrium position.
2- 9. The unstretched length of spring AB is 3 m. If the block is held in the equilibrium position
shown, determine the mass of the block at D.
2–10. If the spring DB has an unstretched length of 2 m, determine the stiffness of the spring
to hold the 40-kg crate in the position shown.
2–11. Determine the unstretched length of DB to hold the 40-kg crate in the position shown.
Take k = 180 N/m.
2–12. The lift sling is used to hoist a container having a mass of 500 kg. Determine the force
in each of the cables AB and AC as a function of 𝜃. If the maximum tension allowed in each
cable is 5 kN, determine the shortest length of cables AB and AC that can be used for the
lift. The center of gravity of the container is located at G.
2–13. Determine the distances x and y for equilibrium if F1 = 800 N and F2 = 1000 N.
2–14. Determine the magnitude of F1 and the distance y if x = 1.5 m and F2 = 1000 N.
2–15. The 30-kg pipe is supported at A by a system of five cords. Determine the force in
each cord for equilibrium.
2–16. Each cord can sustain a maximum tension of 500 N. Determine the largest mass of
pipe that can be supported.
2–17. Determine the tension developed in each cord required for equilibrium of the 20-kg
lamp.
2–18. Determine the maximum mass of the lamp that the cord system can support so that
no single cord develops a tension exceeding 400 N.
2–19. Determine the forces in cables AC and AB needed to hold the 20-kg ball D in
equilibrium. Take F = 300 N and d = 1 m.
2–20. The ball D has a mass of 20 kg. If a force of F = 100 N is applied horizontally to the ring
at A, determine the dimension d so that the force in cable AC is zero.

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