Question: A 2-m wide side rectangular gate is hinged at the bottom, as shown in Figure P2.64. It is attached to a 70-kN, 1-m-diameter cylindrical block

A 2-m wide side rectangular gate is hinged at the bottom, as shown in Figure P2.64. It is attached to a 70-kN, 1-m-diameter cylindrical block by a cable. Determine the height H needed if the gate barely touches the stop.

Frictionless pulley Gate Cylindrical 0.5 m Stop block Water 3 m H

Frictionless pulley Gate Cylindrical 0.5 m Stop block Water 3 m H Hinge

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