The press shown below is used to emboss a small metal plate at E. The press is composed of 3 members: handle ABC, link BD, and piston DE that are connected by pins at points A, B, and D. A vertical force of 250 N is applied at point C. Determine: (a) The vertical component of the force exerted on the plate at E and the reactions at pin A. (b) The mechanical advantage of the press. Draw all required FBD's and put units on your answers. 200 mm, A 60° 20° E 400 mm 15⁰

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### Problem Statement

The press shown below is used to emboss a small metal plate at E. The press is composed of 3 members: handle ABC, link BD, and piston DE that are connected by pins at points A, B, and D. A vertical force of 250 N is applied at point C. Determine:

(a) The vertical component of the force exerted on the plate at E and the reactions at pin A.

(b) The mechanical advantage of the press.

*Draw all required FBD’s and put units on your answers.*

### Diagram Description

The diagram shows a mechanical press with several components and dimensions:

- **Handle ABC:** Positioned at point A with a pin, extending to point C where a downward vertical force (P) is applied.
- **Link BD:** Connects to the handle at point B, extending downward at a 60° angle from the horizontal.
- **Piston DE:** Extends from point D to E, positioned at a 20° angle, where it interacts with the metal plate.
  
**Dimensions:**
- AB = 200 mm
- BC = 400 mm
- Angle at B = 60°
- Angle at D = 20°
- Angle at C = 15°

*Ensure to draw and label Free Body Diagrams (FBD’s) as part of your solution to understand the forces acting on the system.*
Transcribed Image Text:### Problem Statement The press shown below is used to emboss a small metal plate at E. The press is composed of 3 members: handle ABC, link BD, and piston DE that are connected by pins at points A, B, and D. A vertical force of 250 N is applied at point C. Determine: (a) The vertical component of the force exerted on the plate at E and the reactions at pin A. (b) The mechanical advantage of the press. *Draw all required FBD’s and put units on your answers.* ### Diagram Description The diagram shows a mechanical press with several components and dimensions: - **Handle ABC:** Positioned at point A with a pin, extending to point C where a downward vertical force (P) is applied. - **Link BD:** Connects to the handle at point B, extending downward at a 60° angle from the horizontal. - **Piston DE:** Extends from point D to E, positioned at a 20° angle, where it interacts with the metal plate. **Dimensions:** - AB = 200 mm - BC = 400 mm - Angle at B = 60° - Angle at D = 20° - Angle at C = 15° *Ensure to draw and label Free Body Diagrams (FBD’s) as part of your solution to understand the forces acting on the system.*
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