Log Splitter Series (Part 13): Vertical Jib Tube Setup 1

Written by Corey Rasmussen in Stress Flow / Hand Calcs

In part 13 of this series, Corey sets up the free body diagram for the vertical jib tube.

Corey is the Managing Director of the Mentored Engineer and owner of Rasmussen Designs. He received his BSME from Baylor University and holds a professional engineering license in North Carolina and Texas. He has been an engineer since 2002 with extensive experience in engineering design, fabrication and troubleshooting. He specializes in mobile equipment, hydraulic systems and machine design. He has two patents

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