Calculating Cable Tensions Supporting a Variable Load (Algorithm) [Statics With Python #3]

In this problem, we have a load P that is supported by two cables at a single point. The load P generally acts downwards but has a variable angle that it makes with the vertical.

In this part, we will go over the problem statement and come up with an algorithm that will help us calculate the tension is both of these cables for any value of theta between a range.

⏰ Timestamps:

0:00 Problem Statement
2:28 Going Over the Inputs
3:31 The Free-Body Diagram
4:28 Trigonometry & Vector Addition
5:25 Adding in the Angles
7:05 Determining the Interior Angles
9:45 The Law of Sines
10:45 The Cable Tension Equations
12:06 A Dangerous Edge Case
13:43 Defining Our Input
15:03 The Range Algorithm

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