The closed vessel of Fig. P2.110 contains water with an air pressure of (10 mathrm{psi}) at the

Question:

The closed vessel of Fig. P2.110 contains water with an air pressure of $10 \mathrm{psi}$ at the water surface. One side of the vessel contains a spout that is closed by a 6 -in.-diameter circular gate that is hinged along one side as illustrated. The horizontal axis of the hinge is located $10 \mathrm{ft}$ below the water surface. Determine the minimum torque that must be applied at the hinge to hold the gate shut. Neglect the weight of the gate and friction at the hinge.

Figure P2.110