INTERNATIONAL EDITION---Engineering Mechanics: Statics, 14th edition (SI unit)
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ISBN: 9780133918922
Author: Russell C. Hibbeler
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Chapter 5.4, Problem 50P
The rigid metal strip of negligible weight is used as part of an electromagnetic switch. Determine the maximum stiffness k of the springs at A and B so that the contact at C closes when the vertical force developed there is F = 0.5 N. Originally the strip is horizontal as shown.
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