6.8 - Equilibrium of a rigid body
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What is the condition for translational equilibrium?
💡 Hint: Think about what would happen if forces did not balance each other.
What does it mean for a body to be in rotational equilibrium?
💡 Hint: Consider the balance of forces causing rotation.
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What is the main condition for a body to be in rotational equilibrium?
💡 Hint: Think about stability and how forces and torques interact.
True or False: A couple can cause both linear and angular motion.
💡 Hint: Remember the effect of two opposing forces.
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A beam is supported at both ends. A weight is placed 2m from one end. Calculate the force exerted by each support given weights on either side.
💡 Hint: Use the moment arm method.
Two masses connected by a pulley system rotate a rigid beam. Calculate the necessary torque to maintain equilibrium.
💡 Hint: Think about the tension and radius of the pulley.
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