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Homework Statement
System is in equilibrium. 1 mass known: 79.4 kg (or 778.6 N) and 2 other unknown. Other masses unaccounted for. Everything friction-less. The Tensions are unknown also.
Homework Equations
∑F = 0
∑Fx = -T1*cos135 + -T3*cos37 = 0
∑Fy = (-T1*sin135 - m1g) + (-T3*sin37 - m3g) + T2 - 778.6 N = 0
The Attempt at a Solution
I don't have any idea how to comprehend this problem. Of course I am missing something but I don't know how to ''think'' the problem from the get go. Any pointers would be very appreciated, I have tried to figure it out for the last hours...The T1 and T3 arrows should be parallel to the rope on the drawing