Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133840544
Author: George F. Limbrunner, Craig D'Allaird, Leonard Spiegel
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.46SP
A 12-ft-long weightiness member supports two loads, as shown. The member is held horizontal by two flexible cables attached to its ends. Determine the force in each cable and the angle θ required for the system to be in equilibrium.
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