The gate shown below has a homogeneous depth into the page of 5 meters. Label all parameters and perform a force analysis of the gate. Determine the minimum force P, that could hold the gate closed assuming a frictionless hinge. Open to atmosphere 1 Water 3m B Hinge A -2m- 4m P

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The gate shown below has a homogeneous depth into the page of 5 meters. Label all parameters and
perform a force analysis of the gate. Determine the minimum force P, that could hold the gate closed
assuming a frictionless hinge.
Open to atmosphere
Water
3m
Hinge
B
-2m-
4 m
P
Transcribed Image Text:The gate shown below has a homogeneous depth into the page of 5 meters. Label all parameters and perform a force analysis of the gate. Determine the minimum force P, that could hold the gate closed assuming a frictionless hinge. Open to atmosphere Water 3m Hinge B -2m- 4 m P
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