The vertical mast supports the 6.8-kN force F and is constrained by the two fixed cables...

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The vertical mast supports the 6.8-kN force F and is constrained by the two fixed cables BC and BD and by a ball-and-socket connection at A. Calculate the tension T in BD. Can this be accomplished by using only one equation of equilibrium? Assume a -4.8 m, b-3.5 m, c-1.7 m, h=4.5 m. T2 Answer: T- E i 2 B h T b C -x KN The vertical mast supports the 6.8-kN force F and is constrained by the two fixed cables BC and BD and by a ball-and-socket connection at A. Calculate the tension T in BD. Can this be accomplished by using only one equation of equilibrium? Assume a -4.8 m, b-3.5 m, c-1.7 m, h=4.5 m. T2 Answer: T- E i 2 B h T b C -x KN