To analyze a rod assembly in three-dimensional space and determine the support reactions by using the equations of equilibrium for a rigid body.

The rod assembly shown has smooth journal bearings at A and C. The forces F1=600N, F2=480N, F3=460N , and F4=900N are applied as shown in the figure. The geometry of the rod assembly is given as a=0.900m, b=0.650m, and c=0.800m . Neglect the weight of the rod.

Part A - Finding the y component of the reaction at C

Determine the magnitude of the y component of the reaction at C.

Part B - Finding the z component of the reaction at C

Determine the magnitude of the z component of the reaction exerted on the rod at C.

Part C - Finding the z component of the reaction at B

Determine the magnitude of the z component of the reaction on the rod at B.

Part D - Finding the x component of the reaction at B

Determine the magnitude of the x component of the reaction on the rod at B.

Part E - Finding the z component of the reaction at A

Determine the magnitude of the z component of the reaction on the rod at A.

Part F - Finding the x component of the reaction at A

Determine the magnitude of the x component of the reaction on the rod at A.

 

Transcribed Image Text:

F4 F3. C F1 A B a a F2 a F4 F3. C F1 A B a a F2 a