Physics: Torque and static equilibrium

Thread starter Frantelle
Start date Jul 16, 2008
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Equilibrium Physics Static Static equilibrium Torque

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving torque and static equilibrium, where the original poster scanned their working attempt. They acknowledge an error in using the mass of 21kg instead of the correct 21.5kg, leading to incorrect calculations. A key question is raised about whether the tension in the cable has a y-direction component. The participants are encouraged to analyze the diagram closely for clarity on this aspect. Overall, the focus is on correcting the calculations and understanding the forces involved in the scenario.

Jul 16, 2008

Frantelle

I don't like writing formulas on the computer, so i just scanned my attempt.

http://c.imagehost.org/view/0630/q.jpg

In my working out, i incorrectly use the mass of 21kg for the light, it's actually 21.5kg...but either way my working out is still incorrect.

Thanks in advance, Frantelle.

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Piamedes

Look closely at the diagram, does the tension in the cable actually have a component in the y-direction?

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