The constant of spring AB is k, and the spring ring is unstretched when = 0.

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The constant of spring AB is k, and the spring ring is unstretched when θ = 0. 

(a) Neglecting the weight of the rigid arm BCD, derive an equation in terms of θ, k, a, l, and W that is satisfied when the arm is in equilibrium. 

(b) Determine three values of θ corresponding to equilibrium when k = 75 lb/in., a=10 in., l = 15 in., and W=100 lb. State in each case whether the equilibrium is stable, unstable, or neutral.


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Vector Mechanics for Engineers Statics and Dynamics

ISBN: 978-0073212227

8th Edition

Authors: Ferdinand Beer, E. Russell Johnston, Jr., Elliot Eisenberg, William Clausen, David Mazurek, Phillip Cornwell

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