7.1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is an equilibriant?
A
single force that if applied at the same point (equal in magnitude and opposite on direction) that produces equilibrium.
2
Q
what is resolution?
A
taking a single force and decomposing it into two forces
3
Q
what is the resolution of a vector with horizontal and vertical components?
A
vector f is determined to do something by its FX and FY components
|fx|=|f|cos theta
|fy|=|f|sin theta