Static Triple Vector Load Calculator

In summary, The speaker has been struggling with a formula for calculating the load on each of the three lines in a three rope system. The load is static and there is no movement in the system. The speaker has tried using trigonometry and solving simultaneous vectors, but has not been successful. They are open to any clues or help, and can provide a picture of the system if needed. They also mention a piece of information about the vectors being used in the system.
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Hi All,

I've been trying to figure out how to get this formula working for a few days now, and I *refuse* to give up.

There are three high points, with a line running down from each to a load W.
Each of the lines A,B,C are at different angles to each other (x-y plane), and each of the lines depart the load to the high points at different angles (z-plane).
The load is static, and there is no stretch or movement in the system.

By knowing only the angles of the lines and the weight of the load, how can I calculate the load on each line?


I have calculated this for a two rope system and it is simple trig, but for a three rope system I cannot seem to get it happening!
I've tried solving using trigonometry, but I keep getting stuck. Today I've been trying to solve simultaneous vectors, but I still can't seem to get it right.

If anyone has any clues, or could help I would greatly appreciate it.
I can also draw up a picture to show the system, if that helps.
 
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Some extra information that I've been trying to use for simultaneously solving is this;

If Vectors:
A=[Ai, Aj, Ak]
B=[Bi, Bj, Bk]
C=[Ci, Cj, Ck]


Then for the system to be static:
Ai + Bi + Ci = 0
Aj + Bj + Cj = 0
Ak + Bk + Ck = W
 

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