Engineering Solve for the moment of this Torque

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The discussion revolves around solving a torque problem involving a two-bar mass structure, with dimensions likely in imperial units. Participants seek clarification on the complete problem statement, including force and calculation units. There is a focus on the torque produced by two forces, questioning whether the counterclockwise torque from one force can balance the clockwise torque from another. The effective lever arm for one of the torques is noted to be shorter, raising doubts about its ability to counteract the larger torque. Understanding the units and dimensions is crucial for accurately solving the problem.
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I have problem on T, is it T is clockwise so the answer is negative?
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My answer is: M(A)= (Tv x 25)+(Tn x 15)-(300x40)

0=(T sin(5/13)) +(T cos(12/13))- 10200

T=11.27

Please clarify my answer, thank you
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Can you please provide the complete problem statement? Is that a 2-bar mass of some sort, welded at the join? It looks like the dimensions are in imperial units (feet, inches), what are the force units in? What are the units in the calculations you have shown?
 
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Why (300x40)?

Intuitively, do you believe that the CCW torque produced by 11.27 can counteract the CW torque produced by 300?

Note that the effective lever of T is about 0.7 the lever of 300.
 
Lnewqban said:
Intuitively, do you believe that 11.27 can counteract 300?
Well, technically, it depends on the units, eh? :wink:
 
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