Moments Flashcards
1
Q
What is the equation for a moment?
A
Force x distance to the pivot
2
Q
What is the principle of moments?
A
For an object at equilibrium, the sum of the clockwise moments must equal the sum of the anticlockwise moments.
3
Q
What is a couple?
A
two equal and opposite forces.
4
Q
What is torque?
A
the total moment of a force, one of the forces multiplied by the distance between them.
