the slider crank mechanism in fig q4 is in equilibrium under the 35858
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The slider-crank mechanism in Fig. Q4 is in equilibrium under the action of a vertical force P acting at A and a horizontal force F acting at B. Using the
principle of virtual work or otherwise, determine the ratio F/P. The angle a and the ratio of lengths AB/OA (n) are specified in the data sheet.4