The revolving gate in Fig. 5-33 is a quarter-cylinder with pivot through O. What force F is required to open it? (Treat the gate as weightless.)

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Problem 8.122P: The 12-ft wide quarter-circular gate AB is hinged at A. Determine the contact force between the gate...
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The revolving gate in Fig. 5-33 is a quarter-cylinder with pivot through O. What force F is required to open it? (Treat the gate as weightless.)

 

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