Engineering Mechanics: Statics
13th Edition
ISBN: 9780132915540
Author: Russell C. Hibbeler
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 8.4, Problem 58P
Determine the largest angle θ that will cause the wedge to be self-locking regardless of the magnitude of horizontal force P applied to the blocks. The coefficient of static friction between the wedge and the blocks is, μs = 0.3. Neglect the weight of the wedge.
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