What torque is necessary to overcome the hydrostatic


A submerged butterfly valve: A vertically oriented circular butterfly valve 2m in diameter has a horizontal axis passing through its center. The center is 5m below the surface of the water in an open tank. What torque is necessary to overcome the hydrostatic pressure holding the valve closed? Neglect friction in the hinge

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