PROBLEM
The rig shown consists of a 1200-lb
horizontal member ABC and a vertical
member DBE welded together at B. The
rig is being used to raise a 3600-lb crate
at a distance x (ft) from the vertical
member DBE. If the tension in the cable
is T (lb), determine the reaction at E,
assuming that the cable is anchored at F.
A
-17.5 ft-
-6.5 ft
W = 1200 lb
3600 lb
B
E
3.75 ft
D
L
C
5 ft
10 ft