The two 5.7° wedges shown are used to adjust the position of the column under a vertical load F of 4.1 kN. Determine the magnitude of the forces P required to raise the column if the coefficient of friction for all surfaces is 0.46. Assume 0 = 5.7°. F

The two 5.7° wedges shown are used to adjust the position of the column under a vertical load F of 4.1 kN. Determine the magnitude of the forces P required to raise the column if the coefficient of friction for all surfaces is 0.46. Assume 0 = 5.7°. F

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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