Two slots have been cut in plate def, and the plate has been placed so that the slots fit two fixed, frictionless pins a and b. knowing that p = 15 lb, determine (a) the force each pin exerts on the plate,(b) the reaction at f.

If you were designing a bumper for a car, would you prefer it to exhibit elastic or plastic deformation? why? consider the functions of a bumper in both a minor "fender-bender" and a major collision.

Ahouse has the following electrical appliance usage (1) single 40w lamp used for 4 hours per day (2) single 60w fan used for 12 hours per day (3) single 200w refrigerator that runs 24 hours per day with compressor run 12 hours and off 12 hours find the solar power inverter size in watt with correction factor of 1.25.

What precautions should you take to prevent injuries when dealing with heavy loads?