Moments Flashcards
1
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Definition of a Moment
A
The moment of a force is the turning effect of a force about some axis or point.
2
Q
Equation of a Moment
A
moment = force × perpendicular distance of the line of action of force from the axis or point of rotation
3
Q
Principle of Moments
A
For a body in rotational equilibrium, the sum of the anticlockwise moments about any point is equal to the sum of the clockwise moments about the same point.
