The center of gravity of the 800N highway sign is at point G. It has been determined that it can withstand a tensile force of 1200N. Other elements in the system are sufficiently durable. The sign is intended to be connected to the fixed joints D and C and AB rope as shown in the figure. Is such a design correct in terms of resistance? y

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The center of gravity of the 800N highway sign is at point G. It
has been determined that it can withstand a tensile force of
1200N. Other elements in the system are sufficiently durable.
The sign is intended to be connected to the fixed joints D and C
and AB rope as shown in the figure. Is such a design correct in
terms of resistance?
6m
B
2m
8m
Al
D
6m
2m
2m
Transcribed Image Text:The center of gravity of the 800N highway sign is at point G. It has been determined that it can withstand a tensile force of 1200N. Other elements in the system are sufficiently durable. The sign is intended to be connected to the fixed joints D and C and AB rope as shown in the figure. Is such a design correct in terms of resistance? 6m B 2m 8m Al D 6m 2m 2m
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