Moments Flashcards
1
Q
Principle of moments
A
The moment of a force about a point is equal to the sum of the moments of the components of the force about the point
2
Q
Moment along axis gh
A
M = (r*F).u(gh)
3
Q
A couple?
A
Two equal, parallel, opposite forces whose lines of action are at a distance apart
4
Q
Free vector?
A
Has only magnitude and direction specified, but not position or line of action
