FORCES IN A CRANE JIB (ECS188)
This apparatus allows the determination of forces in a planar crane jib system. It enables the study of tensile and compressive bar forces, vectorial handling of forces, and the analysis of various jib configurations.
Key Features
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Integrated Spring Balances: For direct measurement of tensile (0–50 N) and compressive (0–50 N) bar forces with 5 N and 1 N graduations.
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Planar Force System: Allows handling of tensile and compressive forces up to 50 N.
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Retaining Bar: Made of stainless steel for accurate and stable setup.
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Sturdy Base: Metal base with handles for easy transportation and stability.
Learning Module
Force Measurement
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Determination of tensile forces
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Determination of compressive forces
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Vectorial handling of forces in a planar system
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Maximum load study up to 50 N
Graphical and Analytical Comparison
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Graphical breakdown of forces by force parallelogram
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Analytical calculation of bar forces
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Experimental measurement using spring balances
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Comparison of analytical, graphical, and experimental results
Applications in Engineering
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Study of forces in different crane jib configurations
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Analysis of central force systems
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Verification of static equilibrium
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Understanding tensile and compressive behavior