How Does Wind Force Affect Flagpole Tension?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the tension in a guide rope supporting a flagpole subjected to wind force. The flagpole is hinged at the bottom and experiences a horizontal force from the flag at a height of 0.8h. To solve for the tension, T, in the guide rope, one must consider the conditions for rotational equilibrium. The participant seeks guidance on how to approach the problem, indicating uncertainty about starting points and necessary calculations. Understanding the forces and moments acting on the flagpole is essential for determining the tension in the guide rope.
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Homework Statement



Consider the diagram shown below of a flagpole of length, h. The flag is blowing in the wind exerting a force, F, horizontally on the flagpole a distance of 0.8h above the ground. The flagpole itself is hinged at the bottom and is kept upright by a light, inextensible guide rope that makes an angle \theta to the horizontal. What is the tension, T, in the guide rope?





The Attempt at a Solution


This question has the force starting not from the top but only at 0.8h, please give me some hints to start this question and I'll try to handle it from there. I don't know how or where to start.
 

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Consider the criteria for rotational equilibrium.
 
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