Question: Calculate the mass m needed in order to suspend the leg shown in Fig. 9-43. Assume the leg (with cast) has a mass of 15.0

Calculate the mass m needed in order to suspend the leg shown in Fig. 9-43. Assume the leg (with cast) has a mass of 15.0 kg, and its CG is 35.0cm from the hip joint; the sling is 80.5 cm from the hip joint.


•CG • Hip joint

CG Hip joint

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