The horizontal link BC is 1/4 in. thick, has a height of 1.25 in. and is made of steel which can handle an ultimate stress of 65 ksi in tension. What is the factor of safety (FS) in the link if the structure is subjected to the load P= 10 kip as shown?

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SECTION B-C 1.25in H D.25in 30⁰ PK PIN P A bin. 12 in. SECTION B-C 1.25in H D.25in 30⁰ PK PIN P A bin. 12 in.

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Given data 1 Thickness of link BC t 4 Width of link BC w 125 in Ultimate strength in ten... View the full answer