A, as shown in Fig. If it is desired that the gate open when the water height is 12 ft, determine the hydrostatic and find its point of acting. (w for water = 62.4 Ibf /ft')

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1- The flow of water from a reservoir is controlled by a5-ft-wide L-shaped gate hinged at point
A, as shown in Fig. If it is desired that the gate open when the water height is 12 ft, determine
the hydrostatic and find its point of acting. (w for water = 62.4 Ibf /ft³)
B
Gate
15 ft
12 ft
Transcribed Image Text:1- The flow of water from a reservoir is controlled by a5-ft-wide L-shaped gate hinged at point A, as shown in Fig. If it is desired that the gate open when the water height is 12 ft, determine the hydrostatic and find its point of acting. (w for water = 62.4 Ibf /ft³) B Gate 15 ft 12 ft
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