Find Force Vector (30N) as Cartesian Vector

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The discussion focuses on converting a force vector of 30N into its Cartesian components. The angles of the triangle formed by the vector are identified as 90°, 32.37°, and 57.63°. The projected vector in the x-y plane is calculated to be 16.1 N, leading to the final Cartesian representation of the vector as -13.2i - 17.7j + 20.3k.

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I need to find the Forve Vector (30N) as a Cartesian vector.

Given the information given, I believe that the angles of the Triangle are: 90, 32.37, and 57.63. This gives the projected vector in the x, y plane as 16.1 N.

The answer should be : - 13.2i - 17.7j + 20.3k.

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