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Which of the following gate works on the principle of counterweights against the water pressure?

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asked Sep 25, 2023 in Irrigation Engineering by Carter (75.2k points)

Which of the following gate works on the principle of counterweights against the water pressure?

(a) Dropping shutters

(b) Stop logs and needles

(c) Stoney roller gate

(d) Drum gates

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answered Nov 9, 2023 by Greg (106k points)

Right answer is (a) Dropping shutters

Explanation: In dropping shutters, the shutters are hinged at the bottom and are supported by struts and these shutters can be raised or lowered from an overhead cableway or a bridge. They work on the principle of counterweights against the water pressure.

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