Problem
Two hydraulic cylinders control the position of the robotic arm ABC. Knowing that in the position shown the cylinders are parallel, determine the force exerted by each cylinder when P =160 N and Q =8O N.
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Step-by-step solution
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Given,Force,
Force,
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Free body diagram of the member ABC
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Taking moment about B
Therefore, the tensile force exerted by the cylinder AE is,
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Applying the equilibrium condition
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Applying the equilibrium condition
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Free body diagram of the member BDF
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Taking moment about F
Therefore, the compressive force exerted by the cylinder DG is,.
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