The Whitworth mechanism shown is used to produce a quick-return motion of Point D. The block at B is pinned to the crank AB and is free to slide in a slot cut in member CD. Determine the couple M that must be applied to the crank AB to hold the mechanism in equilibrium when

(a) α = 0,

(b) α = 30°.

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