Member Definition and 250 Threads

  1. T

    How Does Aging Change Our Perception of Ourselves?

    Why didn't anyone tell me?
  2. ORF

    Problem when std::function refers to member function

    Hi, I have a class master_t which is composed by two other classes, dev_a, dev_b. I would like that a member function from the dev_b object (within master_t) could use a member function of dev_a object (within master_t). This is a minimal working code, where line 26 implements this feature...
  3. H

    What Are Some Ways to Improve Physics Knowledge for Astronomy Enthusiasts?

    I'm a maths enthusiast with a pure A Level mathematics qualification. I'm currently looking to improve my physics knowledge as I have a great interest in astronomy. I'm also curious about gravity. I would like to thank you members in advance for the assistance you provide. I look forward to...
  4. D

    Mechanical Engineering Problem sets for a problem member

    I got my last post locked due to insulting a member here. I do apologize I'm under a lot of stress and was nothing personal. The post was about the level of difficulty of engineering courses compared to those of mathematics at the undergraduate level. I am just curious if anyone would be kind...
  5. W

    [Statics] Determining the normal force at an internal point of a member

    For this problem (see image), I get the correct answer for the normal force at point E if I: 1) divide the frame into members AB and CB, 2) solve for the x and y components of the reaction force at point B, 3) make a free body diagram with the cut at point E forming member EB and setting the sum...
  6. Y

    Verify a pointer to a structure that contains a pointer member

    Hi I am working on Chapter 11 Structure, this is pointer of structure where the structure has a member that is a pointer variable. I just want to run by you guys to make sure my understanding is correct. Below is a program I wrote for verification. It works...BUT I afraid it's like last time...
  7. P

    Is My Tractor Stable Enough to Support a Lift at Maximum Height?

    I am seeking some professional help regarding a recent single man lift I purchased. My question is regarding tipping force calculations. I will try to explain all of the pertenent details as best as possible. The lift I bought weighs approximately 600 lbs. It moves around on caster wheels but...
  8. anorlunda

    First TED talk by a PF staff member

    Yes, that's me in the video @anorlunda . The TedX experience was great. They worked with me for 3 months refining and practicing the talk. I got great feedback from many polished speakers. The result was that the message changed almost totally from my first draft to the final draft. I...
  9. Greg Bernhardt

    Quantum Coherent Quantum Physics by PF Member A. Neumaier

    Coherent Quantum Physics: A Reinterpretation of the Tradition by @A. Neumaier https://www.amazon.com/dp/3110667290/?tag=pfamazon01-20
  10. T

    Understanding Axial Loading On a Member

    Hello all I was hoping someone could explain Axial Forces with respect to the diagram below. I know that Axial forces relate to compression or tension and if the forces go through the centriod then it is said to be concentric or if it is not going through the centriod then its said to be...
  11. A

    I Meaning of each member being a unit vector

    Summary: Meaning of each member being a unit vector, and how the products of each tensor can be averaged. Hello! I am struggling with understanding the meaning of "each member is a unit vector": I can see that N would represent the number of samples, and the pointy bracket represents an...
  12. S

    What inspired a high school student to pursue theoretical physics?

    Hi everyone!( Hope I'm not posting this in the wrong way. I was told to give a new member introduction here so here I am!) I'm Shreyas, an aspiring theoretical physicist with a long term fascination for physics. I'm in class XII currently(i.e. in high school). I became interested in this...
  13. P

    Who is Pedro and Why is He Joining the Physics Forum?

    My name is Pedro, and I am joining this Forum, for educational reason, I want to learn everywhere (because let's be honest, Physics is awesome, so I decided to join Forums and more.
  14. bardia sepehrnia

    Calculating a force on a member (Statics)

    I isolated the member ABC and drew the free body diagram: α is then calculated using inverse tan: Tan-1=(6.25+15)/50=23.03 Then force of member BD on the joint can be found by sum of all moments around point A. Then Ax is calculated which is equal to BD×Cos(α)=235.2×Cos(23.03) Ax=216.48...
  15. YoungPhysicist

    Bug What is the issue with accessing the Member page on a laptop version of PF?

    It might just be I hadn't notice, but the "Member" page can be seen on the mobile from the dropdownbut not the laptop version of PF.
  16. Baibhab Bose

    Exploring the Boundaries of Physics and Mathematics: A Scientist's Journey

    I am Baibhab Bose, from India. I have just completed Masters in Physics from University of Delhi. I hope to delve into deeper insightful discussions on physics and mathematics and would like that there would be no 'Poles' of any order in the space of my understandings which is inside the...
  17. MaximusDecimus

    What are the main sections in PF and how can they help me learn?

    Hi there, I'm new, i would enjoy to learn a lot from here, and hopefully also contribute. kind regards
  18. S

    Hi Thank you for the membership

    As requested i will henceforth introduce myself. I am 23 years old, studying for a bachelors in physics, i am now just beginning on my second year :) My area of focus of my bachelor is in Quantum Physics, And i am thinking of persuing either the route of Solid State Physics or Particle...
  19. lc99

    Calculate Force Member in Truss

    Homework Statement Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution I just want to know if I am doing this right... So, my homework is to calculate the members of a truss. So, here i have a picture of a bridge (truss). I am suppose to calculate the member going from U3 to U4. Thus, I am going to...
  20. resurgance2001

    Probability No Member Gets >1 Medal: Math Club

    Homework Statement There are 15 members of a maths club. There are 4 different medals to be randomly given to the members of the club. What is the probability that no member will receive more than one of the medals. Homework Equations Try to find the number of combinations where no member...
  21. C

    Need STEM Friends? Join Our Community!

    Hi my name is Chad, I am a graduating high school student specializing in STEM. Hoping to meet Science and Math enthusiasts here and make new friends who share the same passion in the Sciences and Maths.
  22. J

    What is the Latest News in Croatian Science?

    Hi :D I'm Josip and I'm a student from Croatia. I'm currently finishing my bachelor's degree in informatics :) I'm a huge science fan and the reason I joined this forum is to read and share articles I find interesting.
  23. F

    Mechanics of materials: Statically Indeterminate member

    Homework Statement Find reactions at ends and deflection at C Homework Equations RA + RE = 115kN ##\delta##Total = ##\sum## (PiLi)/(AiEi) The Attempt at a Solution RA + RE = 115kN Then apply superposition: (Get rid of RE) divide whole member into 4 elements and add. ##\delta##Total =...
  24. U

    Prepare for National Physics Olympiad in India: Tips for High School Students

    I am a new member here and decided to join Physics Forums to get help to prepare for Physics Olympiads. I am a high school sophomore. Going to be a junior soon. I have taken advanced Math classes via MIT OCW and the internet. I am also proficient with Mechanics, but nothing international...
  25. Greg Bernhardt

    Share Your Dog Stories and Photos: What Breed is Your Favorite?

    Tell me about your dogs, favorite breeds and share a photo! Here is my 4 year old hound Penny
  26. A

    What Is the Focus of a New Member Studying Theoretical Physics?

    Hello to all, I'm a new member. Currently I am doing my doctorate in theoretical physics.
  27. J

    Which Major Best Supports a Career in Quantum Computing and AI?

    Hey all, I'm a student in university who wants to Double Major in Computer Engineering and Physics or Mathematics. Ideally I want to get some time in working on quantum computers and some time in working on advanced AI, so one of the big things I want to do is pick the community's brain on...
  28. R

    Member of the Poincare or Lorentz Group

    What is more cool... to be a member of the Poincare Group or Lorentz Group? What name would you choose for a school science team and why?
  29. R

    Finding Forces in Member AE & AB: Exam Follow-up

    Homework Statement Determine all member forces and state if they are in tension or compression, in particular I am looking for member AE and AB[/B] Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution Ok so we are supposed to redo the problems from our exam, only I can't figure out how to find the...
  30. S

    Writing: Input Wanted Does a Nuclear Blast Create a Vacuum Effect Toward the Epicenter?

    Hi all, thanks for allowing me on to your forum. I'm not a physicist, but I am trying to write a piece of fiction and I'm aiming to get my physics at least some what plausible, so I thought I'd ask the experts. It goes like this: A character in a novel I'm slaving on (set in the early 80s) is...
  31. F

    Stiffness factor for member in beam

    Homework Statement In this question , I don't understand why the KBC is 4EI / L ...Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution I was told that for the far end pinned or roller supported , the K = 3EI / L , so shouldn't the KBC = 3EI / L.. Is the author wrong ? In the 3rd photo , we can see...
  32. J

    Zero-force members prevent a truss from becoming a mechanism -- Why?

    My professor explained to us that the purpose of a zero-force member in a truss is to increase the stability of the truss during construction, to provide added support if the loading is changed and to prevent the structure from becoming a mechanism. It is this latter point that I do not...
  33. R

    Why Are Rogue Waves No Longer Just Ocean Tales?

    I selected the Name "Rogue Wave" because I do a lot of boating. Rogue Waves have recently been accepted into the scientific community as a fact of nature. For centuries sailors and captains have spoken of them but, was considered to be "Tales of the Oceans". Science does move at a very slow rate...
  34. SigurdScience

    Is Sigurd from Norway Combining Material Science and Spirituality in Education?

    Hi, I am Sigurd from Norway. I am an engineer (master's degree) in material science. From 2017 I will be teaching math and sciences at senior high-level. I love nature, science (especially physics), music, and spirituality without religion. I hope to have learning experiences and interesting...
  35. franktherabbit

    How can I effectively use images and equations in my online science forum posts?

    Hi, a friend told me about this site and am anxious to try it out. I think it's great that you help students understand the materials by making them realize it instead of telling them. Great to be here and looking forward to our time together.. :-)
  36. Timmykuku

    Hello Everyone I am a current MSE student.

    Hi everyone, My name is Tim and I'm hoping to delve deeper into topics that I gain interest in from the classes I am enrolled in. I am currently a 3rd year in Materials Science and Engineering, but I have an interest in mathematics and most sciences.
  37. H

    I Can an envelope curve cut its member curve twice?

    Can the envelope curve (of a family of curves) intersect a member curve of the family at more than one point? It seems possible. Consider the following. Each blue line is a member curve and the red line is the envelope curve. If we modify each blue line such that it has a protrusion like a...
  38. C

    Horizontal Force in Bottom Member of a Truss

    Hello, I've been studying for the FE, and this question in the Statics section of the review I am going through has really tripped me up for some reason. I understand Statics, and how to determine forces in X and Y directions, determining X and Y components using trig, etc, etc.. Maybe I am...
  39. C

    Checking My Work: Solving for Force in Member GH

    1. Homework Statement I solved for all the forces in the members, but I was using a force truss member calculator to check my work. All the forces match up with the calculated but one, that is the force in member GH. I get 11.3 in tension the calculator gets 6 in tension. So am I right or...
  40. Alistair McCheyne

    Slider Crank Magnitude and Direction of Force on Member AB

    Homework Statement Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t34.0-12/13140955_10156888508510486_863100825_n.jpg?oh=3f13a038f3dc053c7a10858aa62f6fc0&oe=57318819...
  41. M

    How to calculate edge shearing of a member?

    in the case of the picture below, for the central plate of thickness 1 inch, is it the force on a bolt F/2 divided by 2at that results in F/4at ?thanks
  42. B

    Schools Grad School Abroad: Pros and Cons for Physics Major | GPA 3.98 | REU Experience

    Hi everyone! I'm brand new to this, but hopefully I'll pick it up quickly... I had a very general question about going to graduate school for physics. I'm a junior undergraduate going for my B.S. in general physics, so naturally I'm thinking about grad schools at this point. I've got a 3.98...
  43. ahmed habala

    How Can I Begin Studying Physics as a Newcomer?

    hi all how can i start to study physics ? please help me
  44. D

    Can We Repair the Singularity Through Creative and Thoughtful Theory?

    Hi my name is dev. My reason evolved thought, my objective: "To repair the singularity" My thoughts are not based on facts. They are creative, and thoughtful and based on logic, imagination and possibility. My theory is a guideline. Its inspirational, and it will merge knowledge into...
  45. K

    Programs Should I Switch My Major from Electrical Engineering to Physics?

    Hey everyone, first of all I'd like to point out that I do plan on becoming an active part of this community, because I love physics! That being said, I am currently a sophomore in college and am currently taking a bunch of EE classes because I had decided to try to get into the EE program at my...
  46. R

    What is Cyber Security and Networks? - Exploring the World of Digital Protection

    I am a new member here at Physics Forums, I am currently a University student in my final year of studying Cyber Security and Networks,i look forward to helping out if i can and learning more on my subject area, nice to meet you all.
  47. D

    How Does Quantum Gravity Shape Our Universe?

    Hello, I am a new member. I am interested in starting a forum about quantum gravity, still trying to figure some things out.
  48. Scott Hill

    Physics Benefits to being an APS member?

    I was an APS member for a while, but when finances got tight I started wondering why I was spending so much for it. As I saw it, there were three benefits—a mailaps.org email address, APSNews, and discounts on conferences (which I couldn't afford to go to anyway)—which didn't seem worth the...
  49. M

    Tensile/Bearing stress in a cantilever member.

    Two steel straps are use to hold member BCD level. The size of each strap is 12 mm thick and 50 mm wide. A 16 mm diameter bolt is used to connect thesteel straps to the 89 x 89 mm post at A. A 25 kN is applied at the free end of the cantilever at point D. Determine: the tensile stress developed...
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