Question: The double pulley shown is attached to a 0.5-in.-radius shaft which fits loosely in a fixed bearing. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction between

The double pulley shown is attached to a 0.5-in.-radius shaft which fits loosely in a fixed bearing. Knowing that the coefficient of static friction between the shaft and the poorly lubricated bearing is 0.40, determine the magnitude of the force P required to maintain equilibrium.



4.5 in. 2 95 in. 40 lb

4.5 in. 2 95 in. 40 lb

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