The vertical consists of a frame, three fixed 8-in.- diameter drums, and six small guide wheels with a combined weight of 50 lb. Determine the minimum weight W necessary to hold the trolley in equilibrium for any position in its vertical guides. The coefficient of friction between the light cable and the drums is 0.30. Draw a free body diagram

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The vertical consists of a frame, three fixed 8-in.-
diameter drums, and six small guide wheels with a
combined weight of 50 lb. Determine the minimum
weight W necessary to hold the trolley in equilibrium
for any position in its vertical guides. The coefficient
of friction between the light cable and the
drums is 0.30.

Draw a free body diagram

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