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The maximum permissible floor loading for a cargo compartment in an aircraft is given as 135 kg/m2. A container will be added to the cargo compartment with a length of 2.4 m, a width of 1.2 m and a height of 1.3 m. The container will be loaded on its base. What is the maximum mass of the container to remain within limits?

  • A

    421.2 kg

  • B

    270 kg

  • C

    388.8 kg

  • D

    249.2 kg

Floor contact area:

  • 2.4 m (L) x 1.2 m (W) = 2.88 m2

Maximum permissable load: 135 kg/ m2

Our container is 2.88 m2 and we can load 135 kg in 1 m2

Maximum mass that can be loaded in the container:

  • Max Load = Maximum Distribution Load Intensity x Contact Area = 135 kg/ m2 x 2.88 m2 = 388.8 kg

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