Question

2 Blocks 1 and 2 rest on rough surfaces with coefficient of frictions ¢1 and ¢2 respectively. The blocks

Answer 1

Answer:

• 100N
• 25N

Explanation:

a) On the verge of tipping over, reaction acts at the corner A

When slippage occurs,

Block moves w/ const. velocity  equilibrium

Three-force member: reaction at A must pass through B

tan b/2h, h b/ 2 θ µ = = ∴= k k ( µ )

b) When slippage occurs,

Block moves w/ const. velocity  equilibrium

Three-force member: reaction at C must pass through G

k tanθ µ =

tan x/ H/2 , x H/2