I am having trouble getting started on this problem.
The block B has a mass of 20 kg and is to be catapulted from the table. Design a catapulting mechanism that can be attached to the table and to the container of the block, using cables and pulleys. Neglect the mass of the container, assume the operator can exert a constant tension of 120 N on a single cable during operation, and that the maximum movement of his arm is 0.5 m. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the table and container is Submit a drawing of your design, and calculate the maximum range R to where the block will strike the ground.
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Any help would be greatly appreciated.
The block B has a mass of 20 kg and is to be catapulted from the table. Design a catapulting mechanism that can be attached to the table and to the container of the block, using cables and pulleys. Neglect the mass of the container, assume the operator can exert a constant tension of 120 N on a single cable during operation, and that the maximum movement of his arm is 0.5 m. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the table and container is Submit a drawing of your design, and calculate the maximum range R to where the block will strike the ground.
There is a link here with a picture to give you an idea.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.