The discussion revolves around calculating the torques acting on a door supported by two hinges. The door's dimensions and the positions of the hinges are specified, with a focus on understanding the forces and torques around these points.
Participants are actively questioning the assumptions regarding force directions and components. Some have suggested methods for calculating torques, while others are clarifying the relationships between the forces at the hinges and the resulting torques. The conversation indicates a productive exploration of the problem, though no consensus has been reached.
There are discussions about the need for equilibrium in the forces and torques, as well as the implications of symmetry in the setup. Participants note the importance of defining variables clearly and the potential complexities arising from the angles involved in the torque calculations.
haruspex said:Ok, but without a given mass or weight for the door there is no hope of finding any torques or forces. Are you quite sure there is nothing given? Any diagram?