Finding the Equilibrium of Roller Forces: How Do We Solve This?

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The discussion revolves around solving a problem related to roller forces and moments in physics. The user initially struggles to understand how to approach the problem, knowing that the forces at points B and C total 31 lbs. They receive a hint to consider moments, which leads them to calculate moments about points C and B. After applying the sine function and setting up equations, they successfully determine the forces at points B and C. The problem is ultimately resolved through the application of moment calculations.
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I'm a little lost how to begin. I know these forces at B and C add up to 31lbs, but I don't know where else to go. I understand the simpler ones like center of gravity on a car and forces on the wheels but this one loses me
 
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Hi SteelDirigibl! :smile:

Hint: moments :wink:
 
I think I just needed to get some sleep and work on it!

So I did moment about C first, where 31*sin(45)5.5=5.2*x

where x is the force at b.

Then we do the same thing but for the moment about b, so 31*(sin(45)5.5+5.2)=5.2x
where x is the force at C.

annnd I got it right :cool:
 
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