Question: For the band brake shown, the maximum allowed tension in either belt is 5.6kN. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction between the belt and

For the band brake shown, the maximum allowed tension in either belt is 5.6kN. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction between the belt and the 160-mm-radius drum is 0.25, determine

(a) The largest clockwise moment M0 that can be applied to the drum if slipping is not to occur,

(b) The corresponding force P exerted on end E of the lever.



50 mm -250 mm- E. of 40 mm 45°45° 30 30 r= 160 mm

50 mm -250 mm- E. of 40 mm 4545 30 30 r= 160 mm

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