Net Torque & Sign of Torque definitions Flashcards
Net Torque & Sign of Torque definitions
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Torque
Rotational equivalent of force, indicating the tendency of a force to rotate an object around an axis. Net Torque
Resultant torque from the sum of individual torques acting on an object. Clockwise
Direction of rotation that is considered negative in torque calculations. Counterclockwise
Direction of rotation that is considered positive in torque calculations. Rotational Equilibrium
State where net torque is zero, resulting in no net rotational effect. Unit Circle
A circle with a radius of one, used to define positive counterclockwise rotation. Scalar
A quantity with magnitude but no direction, such as torque. Vector
A quantity with both magnitude and direction, such as force. Orientation
The positive or negative sign indicating the direction of torque. Axis of Rotation
The line around which an object rotates or spins. R Vector
Vector from the axis of rotation to the point where force is applied. Sine
Trigonometric function used in torque calculations to determine the component of force perpendicular to the lever arm. Force
A push or pull on an object that can cause it to accelerate or rotate. Distance
The length from the axis of rotation to the point of force application, used in torque calculations. Angle
The measure between the force vector and the lever arm, crucial in torque calculations.