Finding the Center of Area of Remaining Part After Cutting Out a Quarter Circle

M \int\int_A x dmIn summary, to find the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle with radius r from a square with dimensions (a x a), you can use the equation m_1R_1 + m_2R_2 = 0, where m is the mass of the remaining part and R is the distance from the center of mass of the remaining part to the center of mass of the full sheet. You can also use the equation AM = 1/M \int\int_A x dm to find the center of mass if you know the area and mass of the quarter circle.
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a square with dimensions (a x a),a quater circle is cut out which has the radius r.Find the center of area of the remaining part.
i found the coordinate for the removed quater circle which is a-4r/3pi ,
but i don't know how to find the cenroid of the remaining part.


anybody pls help

thanx
 
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teng125 said:
a square with dimensions (a x a),a quater circle is cut out which has the radius r.Find the center of area of the remaining part.
i found the coordinate for the removed quater circle which is a-4r/3pi ,
but i don't know how to find the cenroid of the remaining part.
The centre of area is the same as the centre of mass of a sheet of uniform thickness and density.

The centre of mass of two objects is the point at which the products of the distance to the centre of mass x mass of each object sum to zero.

[tex]m_1R_1 + m_2R_2 = 0[/tex]

The mass of the object is its area x mass/area ([itex]m=\sigma A[/itex])

Think of the sheet as a whole sheet superimposed with a quarter circle of negative mass. The centre of mass of the full sheet is its centre. If you can work out the centre of area or mass of the quarter circle, then it is just a simple matter of using the above equation.

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Related to Finding the Center of Area of Remaining Part After Cutting Out a Quarter Circle

1. What is the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle?

The center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle is the point where the two axes of symmetry intersect. This is also known as the centroid or center of mass.

2. How do you find the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle?

To find the center of area, you can use the formula: x̄ = (2R - πR)/(4 - π) and ȳ = (πR - R)/(4 - π), where R is the radius of the circle. Alternatively, you can use geometric constructions to determine the center of area.

3. Why is it important to find the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle?

Finding the center of area is important in many engineering and design applications, as it helps determine the balance and stability of a structure or object. It also helps in accurately calculating the moments of inertia and other important physical properties.

4. Can the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle be outside of the shape?

Yes, it is possible for the center of area to be located outside of the remaining shape. This usually occurs when the cutout is not symmetric or when the cutout has a larger area compared to the remaining part.

5. Are there any real-world applications of finding the center of area of the remaining part after cutting out a quarter circle?

Yes, there are many real-world applications, such as determining the center of mass and balance of a wheel or propeller, designing bridges and buildings, and calculating the stability of vehicles and aircrafts. It is also used in the manufacturing of various objects to ensure their structural integrity and functionality.

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