The uniform rod AB of weight W is released from rest when β = 70°. Assuming that the friction force between end A and the surface is large enough to prevent sliding, determine immediately after release (a) the angular acceleration of the rod, (b) the normal reaction at A, (c) the friction force at A.

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The uniform rod AB of weight W is released from rest when β = 70°. Assuming that the friction force between end A and the surface is large enough to prevent sliding, determine immediately after release

(a) the angular acceleration of the rod,

(b) the normal reaction at A,

(c) the friction force at A.

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