For the situation described in Problem, compute the force exerted on the bottom of the tan...

For the situation described in Problem, compute the force exerted on the bottom of the tank for varying depths of fluid from h = 30 in to h = 0. Use any convenient increments of change in depth that will produce a well-defined curve of force versus depth.

Problem:

Figure shows a solid cylinder sitting on the bottom of a tank holding a static volume of water. Compute the force exerted by the cylinder on the bottom of the tank for the following data: D = 6.00 in, L = 10.00 in, γc = 0.284 lb/in3 (steel), γf = 62.4 lb/ft3 (water), h = 30 in.

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