(10 pts.) The rectangular gate shown in figure rotates about an axis through N. If a=3.3 ft, b=1.3 ft, d=2 ft, and the width perpendicular to the plane of the figure is 3 ft, what torque (applied to the shaft through N) is required to hold the gate closed? (Answer: 4240 ft-lb) (Will be discussed in next class) M Water b Water

(10 pts.) The rectangular gate shown in figure rotates about an axis through N. If a=3.3 ft, b=1.3 ft, d=2 ft, and the width perpendicular to the plane of the figure is 3 ft, what torque (applied to the shaft through N) is required to hold the gate closed? (Answer: 4240 ft-lb) (Will be discussed in next class) M Water b Water

Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305084766

Author:Saeed Moaveni

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Chapter12: Electric Current And Related Variables In Engineering

Section12.2: Electrical Circuits And Components

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