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The level of water in a dam is 6 m. The rectangular gate ABC is pinned at point B so it can rotate freely about this point. When the gate is aligned vertically, its counterclockwise rotation is prevented
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The level of water in a dam is 6 m. The rectangular gate ABC is pinned at point B so it can rotate freely about this point. When the gate is aligned vertically, its counterclockwise rotation is prevented by the block at C. The density of water is 1,000 kg/m3 .

Determine the reactions at the supports B and C due to hydrostatic pressure.

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Answer:

The reaction at support B

Rb= 235440N

The reaction at support C

RC= 29430N

Explanation : check attachment

The level of water in a dam is 6 m. The rectangular gate ABC is pinned at point B-example-1
The level of water in a dam is 6 m. The rectangular gate ABC is pinned at point B-example-2
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