Chapter 4: Q21CQ (page 160)
If a leg is suspended by a traction setup as shown in Figure 4.30, what is the tension in the rope?
Short Answer
The tension in the rope is equal to the weight of the leg.
Chapter 4: Q21CQ (page 160)
If a leg is suspended by a traction setup as shown in Figure 4.30, what is the tension in the rope?
The tension in the rope is equal to the weight of the leg.
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