Work Problem 1 but with the force between the contacts 9 N. The 40 mm dimension becomes 60...

Work Problem 1 but with the force between the contacts 9 N. The 40 mm dimension becomes 60 mm.

Problem 1

Find the value of force P if the force between the contact points in Fig. 1 is to be 13 N. Find the deflection of point B. Leaves are steel, 0.75 mm thick, and 10 mm wide. Neglect effects of any friction.

Figure 1