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Solve Prob. 11-56 using the principle of potential energy. Investigate the stability of...

Solve Prob. 11-56 using the principle of potential energy. Investigate the stability of the rod when it is in the equilibrium position.

Prob. 11-56:

The uniform rod AB has a weight of 10 lb. If the spring DC is unstretched when θ = 0°, determine the angle θ for equilibrium using the principle of virtual work. The spring always remains in the horizontal position due to the roller guide at D.

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