Centre of Mass Flashcards
1
Q
What is the COM?
A
The point in which a body is balanced in all directions.
2
Q
What 4 things affect a COM?
A
Mass of body.
Height of COM.
Base of support.
Line of gravity.
3
Q
How can you maximise stability?
A
More points of contact
Low centre of gravity
Line of gravity within base of support
Large mass
4
Q
How can you minimise stability?
A
Raised centre of gravity
Minimised base of support
Line of gravity outside base of support
