a)2D moments about a point (torques) b)3D moments about a point ENGR 34 Chapter 4, Day 1 Moments about a Point
2D Moments, computation options: Shortest distance & RHR Perpendicular force & RHR By components & RHR |M| = |F| |r| sin & RHR Use calculator cross product
3D Moments, computation options: Shortest distance Perpendicular force By cartesian components |M| = |F| |r| sin Use calculator cross product
Moments about a Point Key Ideas 2D use RHR and shortcuts (shortest…) 3D use vectors & calculator cross prod. R from point to anywhere on line of action