Question: A steam pipe weighting 45 lb/ft that passes between two buildings 40 ft apart is supported by a system of cables as shown. Assuming that

A steam pipe weighting 45 lb/ft that passes between two buildings 40 ft apart is supported by a system of cables as shown. Assuming that the weight of the cable system is equivalent to a uniformly distributed loading of 5 lb/ft, determine

(a) The location of the lowest Point C of the cable,

(b) The maximum tension in the cable.

A steam pipe weighting 45 lb/ft that passes between two

5 ft 4 ft

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