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Here are the key steps to solve this problem: 1. Model the knee joint as a pin jointed frame with two members meeting at the knee, representing the upper and lower leg. 2. Determine the expression for the potential energy of the system considering the weight forces and spring forces. 3. Set the first derivative of the potential energy expression equal to zero to find the angle(s) corresponding to equilibrium. 4. Evaluate the second derivative at each equilibrium angle to check stability. A positive s

Author

Aditya Patki

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