How Do I Solve This Rotational Motion Problem?

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The discussion revolves around a problem in rotational motion, specifically focusing on calculating moments around specific points in a given scenario. Participants are examining the setup and the forces involved.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

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  • Participants suggest calculating moments around points A or B and question the validity of using tan37° in the original poster's approach. There is a mention of considering additional forces that may have been overlooked.

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Some participants have provided guidance on how to approach the problem, and there is acknowledgment of a misunderstanding in the original calculations. The original poster indicates that they have resolved their confusion regarding the forces involved.

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Hi friends,
Please help me in solving this problem, I'll appreciate the help.

The problem is as:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/q71/s720x720/1390659_1461728134054292_1386292618_n.jpg


Attempt -

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/q84/s720x720/1525033_1461728557387583_1961156759_n.jpg


Thank you all in advance.
 
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Try to calculate moment around point A or B. I don't think your equation tan37° is valid.
 

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mishek said:
Try to calculate moment around point A or B. I don't think your equation tan37° is valid.

Thanks dear, I got the answer. I was making the last equation in the wrong manner. I was only considering N1 ans N2 and forgot about the other forces which are acting there.
 
The problem has been cleared.
 

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