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    Bernoulli's Equation Question

    A venturi has a large section diameter of 4', where the velocity V1=20ft/sec. The pressure difference between this section and throat, (P1-P2) = 25 psi. If the fluid is sea water (Sg=1.03) what is the diameter of the throat? Use figure #3 attached.

    Cam Curve Design

    Design a three-dwell cam to move a follower from 0 to 2.5" in 40deg, dwell for 100deg, fall 1.5" in 90deg, dwell for 20deg, fall 1" in 30deg, and dwell for the remainder. The total cycle must take 10sec. Plot the s,v,a,j diagrams. The polynomial method is to be used to solve the equation. For the graphs, Mathcad or similar progr

    Finding Vertical Distance in Pipe Line System

    For the system in attachment, calculate the vertical distance between the surfaces of the two reservoirs when water at 10 degrees celcius flows from A to B at the rate of 0.03 m^3/s. Both pipes are cast iron and the elbows are standard. The total length of the 3" pipe is 100 meters. For the 6" pipe, it is 300 meters.

    Automobile Pump Power

    Gasoline is pumped from the gas tank of an automobile to the carburetor through a 10 ft long, 1/4" diameter fuel line of steel tubing. The line has five 90 degree smooth bends with r/d of 6. The gasoline discharges through a 1/32" diameter jet in the carburetor to a pressure of 14 psia. The pressure in the tank is 14.7 psia.

    Forces of Equilibrium - Drawbridge

    The drawbridge BCD weighs 1000 lbs. Calculate: (a) the tension in the cable AC. (b) Dx and Dy and the resultant, D. (Please see attachment.)

    Forces of Equilibrium

    (Please see the attachment.) 1. (a) Draw a free-body diagram of the system. (b) Find the forces acting on joints A,B & C. (c) Find the resultant A and its direction. Ax = _________ Ay = _________ A = __________ Bx = ___________ By = ___________ Cx = ___________ Cy = ___________

    Deformed Surface Orientation

    Suppose we want to determine how much of the orientation of the surface of a deformed body has changed from its original orientation ... **See attachment for complete question

    Method of Joints: Tension or Compression

    (a) Find the reactions A and D {see attachment for diagram} (b) Use the Method of Joints to determine the force in each member. Indicate the magnitude of the force whether the member is in tension or compression.

    Calculus Based Dynamics

    See the attached file. Objects 1 and 2 are fired horizontally from the same elevation directly towards each other. Object 1 is fired with velocity {see attachment} while Object 2 is fired with velocity {see attachment}. Initial separation is 3m. Take "g" = 9.81 m/s[squared] - Determine the "x" value of the point of impact -

    Calculus Based Dynamics Problem

    An object travels with a constant speed "v" in the x-y plane over a feature that is described by the equation {see attachment}. Given that the instantaneous radius of curvature for any plane curve is: {see attachment}, find the minimum value of "v" that makes the object "weightless" at the apex. Take "g" to equal 9.81 m/s[squ

    Proeutectoid Phase

    Consider 1.0 kg of austenite containing 1.15 wt% C, cooled to below 727 degrees Celcius (1341 degrees Farenheit). a) What is the proeutectoid phase? b) How many kilograms each of total ferrite and cementite form? c) How many kilograms each of pearlite and the proeutectoid phase form? d) Schematically sketch and label t

    Physics: Kinematics question, two objects

    At the instant that an object travels horizontally with a velocity of "v", passes at an elevation of "h" above a second object, the second object is released at an angle "x" to the horizontal with a velocity... (PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT FOR COMPLETE PROBLEM AND DIAGRAM)

    Dynamics Problem for Constant Tangential Speed

    An object turns about a center with constant tangential speed of 5.425m/s. The object is attached to the center by means of a cord of length 2m, and of negligable weight. Determine the values of radius of rotation "R" and "h". (See attachment for full question)

    Dynamics Problem

    In the pulley system shown, object "A" moves downwards with a velocity of 3m/s. Determine the magnitude and direction of the velocity of object "B".

    Mass Fractions

    For the following problem, can I get the full solution (show your work) with explanation as to how you arrived at the answer. For a lead-tin alloy of composition 80 wt% Sn-20 wt% Pb and at 180 degrees Celsius (355 degrees Farenheit) do the following: a) Determine the mass fractions of alpha and beta phases b) Determine the ma

    Measuring Tension (Mechanical Eng.)

    The 10-kg square plate shown is supported by three vertical wires. Determine the tension in each wire when a = 65mm. (FOR DIAGRAM PLEASE SEE ATTACHED.)

    Statics: Finding Force Exerted and Reaction

    A small hoist is mounted on the back of a pickup truck and is used to lift a 12kg crate. Determine (a) the force exerted on the hoist by the hydraulic cylinder BC, (b) the reaction at A.

    Stress Analysis of a Hollow Circular Tube Supported in a V-block

    I am trying to find out stresses in a circular hollow tube that is sitting in a V-block and subjected to a vertical point force all along its length. I have done quite a bit of work but have some doubts about my analysis. The question may not be as straightforward as it seems. Please see the attached WORD file for all the det

    NC Programming Created

    Create an nc part program for making the slot shown in the attachment.The cutter diameter is 3/16 inch. The starting point is (0,0) at 2 inches to the left and 2 inches below the lower left corner of the part. There is also an example with a fully worked out solution included in the attachments. Write also the apt geometry and

    Nc Part Program Differences

    Explain the difference between the following parts of nc programs: (a) N001 G01 G41 X005 Y017 EOB N002 EOB (b) N001 G41 E0B N002 G01 X005 Y017 EOB

    Manometers

    2) See attachment for diagrams for both questions. 1) Two water manometers are connected to a tank of air. One leg of the manometer is open to 100kPa absolute pressure while the other leg is subjected to 90kPa. Find the difference in deflection between both manometers, delta ha - delta hb. 2) The inclined differential

    Beam deflection at corner through centroid?

    I'm asked to determine the deflection of the tip of a beam for a 2000N load. The section is rotated 15 degrees. The load application point is through the centroid of section. Another way to describe the picture is that the beam is cocked to one side by 15 degrees and the load almost at one corner [maybe width*cos(15)] aiming

    Beam deflection and Stress at corner?

    So, how would I set this problem up? We're asked to determine the deflection of a beam location for a 2000N load. However, the force is directed up the corner NOT centroid. In other words, at beam corner up through the side wall. Kind of like a ledge holding a flower pot. Given load=2000N, on the tip of a 1m beam. Beam

    Beam deflection and Stress at centroid?

    Sometimes the term centroid throws me for a loop. So, how would I set this problem up? I'm asked to determine the deflection of the tip of a beam and max direct stress and location for a 2000N load. Given load=2000N, on the tip of a 1m beam. Beam dimensions are H=80mm B=W=40mm and t=thickness of 1.5mm.

    Expression for a Floating Cube

    a. The attachment shows a cube floating in a fluid. Derive an expression relating the submerged depth X, the specific weight of the cube, and the specific weight of the fluid. b. If the cylinder in the second attachment, made of a uniform material, is placed in fresh water at 95 degrees Celsius, how much of its height would

    Determine modal ratios

    For the two degrees of freedom structure shown, what are the values of the modal ratios if m1 = m2 = m, k1 = k, and k2 = 3k See Attached for question and details.

    Determine frequency ratios

    In the idealized model shown (See Attached) m = slug, k = 9 lb/ft and the viscous damping factor is 0.15. For what range of frequency ratios will the magnification be greater than 1? (please see attached for details)

    Determine Viscous Damping Coefficient C

    A Mass-Spring-Damper is tested to determine the value of the viscous damping coefficient c. Assume k = 10 lb/ft and m = 2 slug. The vibrational amplitude is observed to decrease by 33% of its initial value after two consecutive cycles. What is the value of the viscous damping coefficient c? a. 0.9376 b. 0.8442 c. 0.779