Question: The forklift with the dimensions show below have a load of 1700 kg and the forklift itself is 7700 kg. Consider that 4 normal

The forklift with the dimensions show below have a load of 1700 kg and the forklift itself is 7700 kg. 

The forklift with the dimensions show below have a load of 1700 kg and the forklift itself is 7700 kg. Consider that 4 normal forces are there, 2 at the front wheels (assume they are equal) and 2 at the rear wheels (assume they are equal). The weight acts through the center of mass. A) Determine the normal force acting on the front wheel and rear wheel B) what is the maximum load the forklift can carry on the verge of tipping about its front wheels?

Step by Step Solution

3.58 Rating (162 Votes )

There are 3 Steps involved in it

1 Expert Approved Answer
Step: 1 Unlock

Given Load of the forklift 1700kg Weight of the forklift itself 7700kg Total weight load forklift weight W 1700kg 7700kg 9400kg Number of normal forces acting on the forklift 4 2 front 2 rear Load distribution well assume equal distribution among the front and rear wheels To solve this problem we need to consider the balance of forces and torques acting on the forklift A Determine the normal force ... View full answer

blur-text-image
Question Has Been Solved by an Expert!

Get step-by-step solutions from verified subject matter experts

Step: 2 Unlock
Step: 3 Unlock

Students Have Also Explored These Related Physics Questions!