Question: When the couple M is applied to the link in a mechanism, the resulting forces exerted on the link from a guide and the connecting

When the couple M is applied to the link in a mechanism, the resulting forces exerted on the link from a guide and the connecting links are as shown. Determine
(a) The values of M and α so that the applied forces and couple can be reduced to a single equivalent force whose line of action passes through points B and D,
(b) The equivalent force.



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- -2.2 in- 0.7 in.- 90 Ib 40 lb 0.8 in.t 22 in. 1.1 in. 20 Ib 30

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