The discussion centers on the concept of whether the normal force can produce torque on an object placed on an incline. Participants argue that the normal force acts perpendicular to the surface, suggesting that it does not create torque due to a zero perpendicular distance. However, it is established that the presence of friction can lead to a non-uniform distribution of normal stress, which may result in torque, particularly in square shapes. The conversation highlights the complexity of torque generation in relation to normal forces and friction.
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Are you referring to internal stress?rashida564 said:
Depends on the friction I thinkrashida564 said:
Here's a geometry question for you: If you have a line tangent to a circle, the normal to the line at the point of tangency passes through the center of the circle. True of False.rashida564 said:
Please provide a diagram for square shapes.rashida564 said:
Who says that the normal force results in a torque about the center of the square?rashida564 said:
Internal "torques" exist in the form of stress.rashida564 said:
