The uniform bar OC of length L pivots freely about a horizontal axis through O. If the
spring of modulus k is unstretched when C is coincident with A, determine the tension T
required to hold the bar in the 39° position shown. The diameter of the small pulley at D is
negligible.
T
D
L/2
39°
B
L/2
A
k
M
m
C
24°