Forces Flashcards
1
Q
Name the physical forces that can act on an object DT
A
- Torsion
- Shear
- Tension
- Compression
- Bending
2
Q
What is torsion?
A
A twisting force applied to both or one end of a fabric.
3
Q
What is shear?
A
Forces acting across the material in opposite directions.
4
Q
What is compression?
A
A pushing force which is inwards.
5
Q
What is tension?
A
A pulling force which is outwards.
