Second Semester B.E.

First Unit Revision Test April 2015

Sub. Title : GE6253

Sub. Code : Engineering Mechanics
Duration : 2 Hours

Date
:
Branch
: Mechanical
Max. Marks: 50

Answer all questions

Part A - (5 x 2 = 10)
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State the Varignon's theorem.

Distinguish between a particle and a rigid body.
Explain Hinged or pinned support:
State the analytical conditions for equilibrium of coplanar forces in a plane.
Define moment and couples.
Answer all questions
Part B - (2 x 20 = 40)

6. a). Determine the tension in cables AB & AC to hold 40 Kg load shown in fig. (10 Marks)

b). Two identical rollers each of weight 50N are supported by an inclined plane and a vertical
wall as shown in fig. Find the reactions at the points of supports A, B, and C.

Or

(10 Marks)

7. a). Members OA, OB and OC form a three member space truss. A weight of 10 KN is
suspended at the joint O as shown in fig. Determine the magnitude and nature of forces in
each of the three members of the truss.

(10 Marks)

b) .Determine the magnitude and angle of F so that the particle is in equilibrium for the
given Figure.
Marks)

(10