Problem 3: μs = 0.60 between wedges B and C and us = 0.40 between the surfaces B & A and C & D. If the spring is compressed 200 mm in the position shown, find the smallest force P required to move the wedge. Neglect the weight of the wedges. A 15° B k = 500 N/m D 15° 15° C P
Problem 3: μs = 0.60 between wedges B and C and us = 0.40 between the surfaces B & A and C & D. If the spring is compressed 200 mm in the position shown, find the smallest force P required to move the wedge. Neglect the weight of the wedges. A 15° B k = 500 N/m D 15° 15° C P
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Transcribed Image Text:**Problem 3:**
- Coefficient of static friction between wedges B and C (\( \mu_s = 0.60 \)) and between the surfaces B & A and C & D (\( \mu_s = 0.40 \)).
- The spring is compressed 200 mm in the position shown. Find the smallest force \( P \) required to move the wedge. Neglect the weight of the wedges.
In the diagram, there is a spring with a constant \( k = 500 \, \text{N/m} \) compressed between surfaces A and B at a 15° angle. A wedge labeled C, also at a 15° angle, is acted upon by force \( P \).
**Diagram Explanation:**
- The spring is shown compressed against wedge B from above.
- Wedge C is positioned with its angled sides at 15°, pointing right toward a point where force \( P \) is applied.
- The harnessed mechanical configuration involves interaction between four bodies: A, B, C, and D. Surfaces form angles and connections, highlighting frictional interaction on two wedge surfaces: B on C and A on B, adding constraints on how force and movement are transmitted.
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