How Do You Calculate Horizontal Force in Power Screw Problems?

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This discussion focuses on calculating the horizontal force in power screw problems, specifically addressing the steps required to determine this force. The user outlines their approach, which includes finding the angles phi and alpha, as well as the tightening torque Ts. However, they express uncertainty about calculating the horizontal force, denoted as w, indicating a gap in their understanding of the mechanics involved in power screws.

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  • Understanding of basic mechanics principles related to power screws
  • Familiarity with torque calculations in mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of angular measurements (phi and alpha) in engineering contexts
  • Ability to interpret and apply equations related to force and motion
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Homework Statement




[URL]http://doc-0k-c0-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/secure/18gv8eitjbbf7kd81j9pkj97r6uu2aio/enhpjst14oh50re9pqu959gslq83hok3/1275825600000/06477642192900593696/06477642192900593696/0ByXII_HcY1w-ZjI2ZDdiNzUtZWQ1ZC00NDIxLTgxMGMtMGJjMTNlMTJlMTBk[/URL]


Homework Equations




[URL]http://doc-14-c0-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/secure/18gv8eitjbbf7kd81j9pkj97r6uu2aio/siqni2ig88eec9v9qflmuc1uq6ktutkk/1275825600000/06477642192900593696/06477642192900593696/0ByXII_HcY1w-YTIxNTA5NzAtNGI2ZC00ZWFiLWE1YTQtNDMxZjdiMmFmNDM1?nonce=7lsv5tughmivq&user=06477642192900593696&hash=nd4mfm86afbn1pg108uek6tcghv40hut[/URL]


The Attempt at a Solution




My steps:
1) Find phi
2) Find alpha
3) Find Ts (tightening)

I think i just don't know how to find the horizontal force, w
OR
Is there something else to this question ?

Please help me figure this out
Thanks in advance
 
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aerosmiths said:

Homework Statement




[URL]http://doc-0k-c0-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/secure/18gv8eitjbbf7kd81j9pkj97r6uu2aio/enhpjst14oh50re9pqu959gslq83hok3/1275825600000/06477642192900593696/06477642192900593696/0ByXII_HcY1w-ZjI2ZDdiNzUtZWQ1ZC00NDIxLTgxMGMtMGJjMTNlMTJlMTBk[/URL]


Homework Equations




[URL]http://doc-14-c0-docs.googleusercontent.com/docs/secure/18gv8eitjbbf7kd81j9pkj97r6uu2aio/siqni2ig88eec9v9qflmuc1uq6ktutkk/1275825600000/06477642192900593696/06477642192900593696/0ByXII_HcY1w-YTIxNTA5NzAtNGI2ZC00ZWFiLWE1YTQtNDMxZjdiMmFmNDM1?nonce=7lsv5tughmivq&user=06477642192900593696&hash=nd4mfm86afbn1pg108uek6tcghv40hut[/URL]


The Attempt at a Solution




My steps:
1) Find phi
2) Find alpha
3) Find Ts (tightening)

I think i just don't know how to find the horizontal force, w
OR
Is there something else to this question ?

Please help me figure this out
Thanks in advance

Your Google Doc links don't appear to be working.
 
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