Calculating Force on a Tank Hatch in Water

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The discussion focuses on calculating the force exerted by water on a tank hatch, utilizing the equation F = ∫(H1-H2) Wρg(H1-y) dy. The user initially struggles with the integral solution and questions whether the provided equation is correct. They later realize the importance of understanding the concept of average pressure in this context. Ultimately, the user resolves their confusion independently. The conversation highlights the significance of correctly applying integral calculus to fluid pressure problems.
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Force of a Tank Hatch in terms of Pressure

Homework Statement



The tank shown in the figure below is filled with water to a depth of H1 = 1.88 m.
http://educog.com/res/brookscole/serway/Physics_for_Scientists_and_Engineers_6ed/Chap14/graphics/serb1514.gif
At the bottom of one of the side walls is a rectangular hatch H2 = 1.15 m high and W = 1.90 m wide. The hatch is hinged at its top. Determine the magnitude of the force that the water exerts on the hatch.

Homework Equations


F=\int^{H1-H2}_{0} W\rho g(H1-y)dy

The Attempt at a Solution


The equation above is what my professor gave us in class to use for this problem.
For the solved integral, I got:
W\rhog[H1y-y2/2]
After putting in all the numbers, I don't get the right answer. Is my solved integral wrong? Or did my professor give us the wrong integral?
 
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Before you do the maths, think about the answer.
Specifically think about what a integral means in this case.

(hint - 'average' pressure on the hatch?)
 


EDIT: Nevermind, I figured it out.
 
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