Question
Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences Question on Forces on submerged bodies
A ram in the form of a rectangular body of size l=9m and b=2m is suspended by two parallel ropes of lengths 7m. Assume the center-of-mass of the body is at its geometric center and g = 9.81m/s2. For striking the object P with a horizontal velocity of 5m/s, what is the angle θ with the vertical from which the ram should be released from rest?
A
67.1°
B
40.2°
C
35.1°
D
79.5°
Answer
35.1°
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): 35.1°