Mechanical Engineering > GATE 2016 SET-2 > Brakes
The forces F1 and F2 in a brake band and the direction of rotation of the drum are as shown in the figure. The coefficient of friction is 0.25. The angle of wrap is 3ฯ/2 radians. It is given that R = 1 m and F2 = 1 N. The torque (in N-m) exerted on the drum is ________.
Correct : 2.25
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