4.7 Triangle Of Forces Flashcards

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If 3 coplanar forces add up to zero - what shape would their vector addition diagram make?

A

A triangle

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State the 2 conditions for a triangle of forces diagram for forces in equilibrium

A
  • arrows are drawn to represent each of the 3 forces end to end
  • the triangle is closed because the net force is zero therefore the object is in equilibrium
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