(a) A horizontal force of 20 lb is applied to the handle of a gearshift lever as...
Question:
(a) A horizontal force of 20 lb is applied to the handle of a gearshift lever as shown. Find the magnitude of the torque about the pivot point P.
(b) Find the magnitude of the torque about P if the same force is applied at the elbow Q of the lever.
20 lb 2 ft Q. 0.6 ft 0.6 ft 1 ft
Step by Step Answer:
a The position vector from the point P to the handle is r 1 2 and has magnitude r 1 2 5 ft ...View the full answer
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