Question 2 (Type B): A triangular thin plate is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A and a roller at O and B, respectively. The weight of the plate is 100 N. Determine the location of the center of gravity of the plate i.e., provide the (x, y, z) coordinates for the CoG. Draw a 3D force diagram to show the weight and the location of CoG. X Z 3 m A 4 m B y

Question 2 (Type B): A triangular thin plate is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A and a roller at O and B, respectively. The weight of the plate is 100 N. Determine the location of the center of gravity of the plate i.e., provide the (x, y, z) coordinates for the CoG. Draw a 3D force diagram to show the weight and the location of CoG. X Z 3 m A 4 m B y

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter8: Centroids And Distributed Loads

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8.100P: The cylindrical water tank with R = 10 ft and H = 1.6 ft has thin steel walls of uniform thickness...

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