Statics challenge(Q1)
1. Draw all forces acting on rod. Resolve tension into components. The force at A is in components Rx and Ry.
2. Take moments about A.
3. The tension is 277N
4. Summation of vertical forces = 0, Ry= -150 N .
5. Summation of horizontal forces = 0 , Rx = 139 N
6. Addition of components of R gives 204N with angle 47 degrees(below the horizontal)
Q2.
1. Resolving T into its components.
2. Take moments about pivot, T = 1335N.
3. Summation of horizontal forces =0 , H = 1305 N.
4. Summation of vertical forces = 0 , V = 32.5 N
