Question: Determine the forces P1 and P2 needed to hold the cable in the position shown, i.e., so segment CD remains horizontal. Also, compute the maximum

Determine the forces P1 and P2 needed to hold the cable in the position shown, i.e., so segment CD remains horizontal. Also, compute the maximum tension in the cable.

Given: kN = 103 N

F = 5kN 

a = 1.5 m 

b = 1 m 

c = 2 m

d = 4 m

e = 5 m

f = 4 m


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