Question: Problem 7 : In the figure below, consider that the bike + rider system is moving forward at a steady speed. The brakes are not

Problem 7: In the figure below, consider that the bike + rider
system is moving forward at a steady speed. The brakes are not
engaged. At the instant shown, the 100 kg rider of the bicycle is
dividing their weight between the seat and the pedal equally, as
shown. The bike's mass is 8 kg and its weight is equally
distributed between the two axles.
a)(4 points) Construct the free body diagram of the whole
bike. If you need to assume any force or moment that is
not shown but are necessary for constructing the diagram,
please highlight them in your diagram and explain why
they were necessary in the diagram.
b)(3 points) Construct the free body diagram of the
subsystem consisting of the rear wheel and the rear
sprocket (but not the chain). From this, determine the
minimum friction coefficient between the tire and the
ground that would+ be needed to keep the wheel turning
without spinning.
c)(5 points) Construct the free body diagram of the
subsystem consisting of the two sprockets, the chain, and
the pedal (but not the wheels or the bike frame). The force
on the other pedal (not shown) is to be neglected. From
this, report the tension in the chain at this instant.
d)(3 points) If the wind drag experienced by the system is 10
N , what will be the forward acceleration of the system?
Problem 7 : In the figure below, consider that

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