PIRA 1J30.10 Resolution of Forces: Suspended Block
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Austin.
Instructions / Notes:
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The sides of the triangle are in the ratio of 3:4:5.
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The 1500 g block rests on a stop which can be removed after the force parallel to the incline is balanced.
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Slide the incline out of the way after the force perpendicular to the incline is balanced. The block will be suspended.
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The masses to balance the perpendicular and parallel forces are 910 g and 1210 g respectively.
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