Calculating Vector Equilibrants

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The discussion revolves around calculating the equilibrant of two vectors: 100 N at 0 degrees and 200 N at 90 degrees. Participants are exploring the relationship between the resultant vector and its equilibrant.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants express uncertainty about how to calculate the equilibrant after finding the resultant. There are questions about terminology, such as the correct spelling of "equilibrant" and the meaning of "Cartesian Equivalent." Some participants suggest that the equilibrant is a vector with the same magnitude as the resultant but in the opposite direction.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants sharing their attempts and clarifying terms. There is no explicit consensus on the method for calculating the equilibrant, but some guidance regarding its definition has been provided.

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Participants mention issues with spelling and terminology, which may affect their understanding of the problem. There is also a reference to using external resources to understand the process of finding the resultant.

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Find Vector Equilibrant

Homework Statement



Add 100 N 0 deg and 200 N 90 deg

Homework Equations



Resultant results of R= 223.6 63.4 deg

The Attempt at a Solution



I have found the resultant, no idea how to calculate the Equilibrant.

HELP Please
 
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Anester said:

Homework Statement



Add 100 N 0 deg and 200 N 90 deg

Homework Equations



Resultant results of R= 223.6 63.4 deg

The Attempt at a Solution



I have found the resultant, no idea how to calculate the Equilbrant.

HELP Please

Right now, my computer shows Equilbrant with a red squiggle under it, indicating incorrect spelling. What word were you trying for here?
 
Anester said:

Homework Statement



Add 100 N 0 deg and 200 N 90 deg

Homework Equations



Resultant results of R= 223.6 63.4 deg

The Attempt at a Solution



I have found the resultant, no idea how to calculate the Equilbrant.

HELP Please

Did you by chance mean the Cartesian Equivalent? (100, 200) ?
 
Don't know what a Cartesian Equivalent is, but the correct spelling is Equilibrant.

Basically, getting back to where I started, I quess.
 
Equilibrant (still get the red squiggles), a vector with the same magnitude as the resultant with opposite direction.
 
I was able to figure out the process for the Resultant through a convoluted process of using a Vector Adding script then backed into the steps with other data I found on the web.

This actually helped to have the answer since I was able to trial/error the process. Next fun task was building a Excel step by step for my son; now he needs to memorize the formulas.
 

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