DCGN241 STATICSSpring 2011Note: Neglect the weight of the members

1) Draw the free body diagram of the shaft assembly which is Supported by two smooth journal bearings A and B and a short Link DC.

2) Draw the free body diagram of the uniform 10-Kg rod AB which is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A and by cord CG that is attached to the midpoint G of the rod. The rod leans against a frictionless vertical wall at B.

3) Draw the free body diagram of the rigid L-shaped member ABC that is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A and by three cables.

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4) Draw the free body diagram of the two rectangular plates which are welded together to form the assembly shown. The assembly is supported by ball-and-socket joints at B and D and by a ball on a horizontal surface at C.

5) Draw the free body diagram of the rectangular plate which has a mass of 15 kg and is held in the position shown by hinges A and B and cable EF. Assuming that the hinge at B does not exert any axial thrust.