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Objective

To teach the concepts of vector addition, the net force/torque as the vector sum of multiple forces/torques, torque as vectors, right hand rule for torque vector directions, unit conversion, mechanical advantage and center of gravity.

  
  
  
Static Equilibrium - Assembly.docx
  
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Static Equilibrium - Instructor Outline.docx
  
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Static Equilibrium - Student Worksheet.docx
  
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Static Equilibrium - vector plot grid large.pdf
Checked Out To: Smith, WarrenStatic Equilibrium - vector plot grid large.pdf
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Static Equilibrium - vector plot grid small.pdf
  
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Static Equilibrium_ppt_RevW10.ppt
  
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scale - spring scale, Ohaus, 2000g/20N
3
perforated board - 2' by 2'
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split ring - 1" diameter
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tool hook
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washer - steel, 1/2"
10
ruler
3
coordinate grid sheet - xeroxed
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yardstick
1
gusset - steel
1
box of sharp pencils
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