Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133840544
Author: George F. Limbrunner, Craig D'Allaird, Leonard Spiegel
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 3, Problem 3.58SP
The transmission tower shown is subjected to a horizontal wind force of 400 lb acting at point B. Support cables transmit a force of 90 lb at two different levels acting as shown. Calculate the moment about point A at the base of the tower.
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