Instructional Materials in Physics and Astronomy
Date of this Version
1975
Abstract
Most of the objects that one sees are in a state of equilibrium, that is, at rest or in a state of uniform motion. Many man-made structures are designed to achieve and sustain a state of equilibrium, and this, in turn, sets requirements to the materials (their sizes and shapes) that can be used. This module will give you some practice in analyzing the forces that result in equilibrium. From this analysis, if you are given the values of an appropriate set of forces you can find the remaining ones. On the other hand, in designing a stable system you can find the requirements of materials and dimensions that will ensure equilibrium.
Comments
From Study Modules for Calculus-Based General Physics
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