Practice Problems On Frames and Machines
Practice Problems On Frames and Machines
Practice Problems On Frames and Machines
Problem #1
Determine the horizontal and vertical components of force which pin C exerts on member
CDE. The 600-N load is applied to the pin.
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Solution of Problem #1
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Problem #2
In each case, determine the force P required to maintain equilibrium. The block weighs 100 lb
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Solution of Problem #2
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Problem #3
Solution of Problem #3
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Problem #4
The nail cutter consists of the handle and the two cutting blades. Assuming the blades are pin
connected at B and the surface at D is smooth, determine the normal force on the fingernail
when a force of 1 lb is applied to the handles as shown. The pin AC slides through a smooth
hole at A and is attached to the bottom member at C.
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Solution of Problem #4
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Problem #5
The hoist supports the 125-kg engine. Determine the force the load creates in member DB
and in member FB, which contains the hydraulic cylinder H.
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines
Solution of Problem #5
American University of Sharjah
College of Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Department
MCE 220: Statics
Practice Problems on Frames and Machines