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Equilibrium in 2D
6. Intro to Forces (Dynamics) / Equilibrium in 2D / Problem 3

The practice of slowly and gently pushing on a fractured or dislocated body part is known as traction. Often, ropes, pulleys, and weights are used for it. Consider a traction setup as shown in the figure. Assuming the pulleys are frictionless calculate the tension force in the rope that supports the leg.


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