The rectangular bin with an inclined gate AB is filled with water to the depth shown. Determine the location in meters (along with the inclination) of the center of pressure from the water surface when the total pressure is acting on the gate AB. x= 0.32 m a= 1.09 m b= 30°

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The rectangular bin with an inclined gate AB is filled with water to the
depth shown. Determine the location in meters (along with the
inclination) of the center of pressure from the water surface when the
total pressure is acting on the gate AB.
x= 0.32 m
a= 1.09 m
b= 30°
Transcribed Image Text:The rectangular bin with an inclined gate AB is filled with water to the depth shown. Determine the location in meters (along with the inclination) of the center of pressure from the water surface when the total pressure is acting on the gate AB. x= 0.32 m a= 1.09 m b= 30°
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