1.053J/2.

003J due Thursday, September 23, 2009

Problem Set 8
Problem 1 The uniform 60-lb log is supported by the two cables and used as a battering ram.
If the log is released from rest in the position shown and gravity acts downwards, calculate
the initial tension induced in each cable immediately after release and the corresponding
angular acceleration α of the cables.

Figure 1: Problem 1

Problem 2 The uniform rectangular slab is released from rest in the position shown to allow
gravity to act. Determine the value of x for which the angular acceleration is a maximum,
and determine the corresponding angular acceleration.

Figure 2: Problem 2

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Problem 3 The uniform 15-kg bar is supported on the horizontal surface at A by a small
roller of negligible mass. If the coefficient of kinetic friction between end B and the vertical
surface is 0.30, calculate the initial acceleration of end A as the bar is released from rest in
the position shown and gravity pulls the rod downwards.

Figure 3: Problem 3

Problem 4 The small rollers at the ends of the uniform slender bar are confined to the
circular slot in the vertical surface. If the bar is released from rest in the position shown and
gravity acts vertically downwards, determine the initial angular acceleration α. Neglect the
mass and friction of the rollers.

Figure 4: Problem 4

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Problem 5 The homogeneous solid semicylinder is released from rest in the position shown.
If friction is sufficient to prevent slipping, calculate the equation of motion for the rolling
object.

Figure 5: Problem 4