Question: The 60m X 60m rectangular gate shown in Figure Q1(b) has its top edge located 3m vertically below the water surface. The gate is to

 The 60m X 60m rectangular gate shown in Figure Q1(b) has

The 60m X 60m rectangular gate shown in Figure Q1(b) has its top edge located 3m vertically below the water surface. The gate is to be opened from its lower edge by applying a normal force by the shaft. Determine the minimum force F required to open the water gate. (Ignore Patm in all your calculations) (16 marks) 3 m Hinge gate 135 to... shaft open

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