Engineering Mechanics: Finding Centre of Mass of Table Fork w/ Composite Method

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The discussion focuses on determining the center of mass of a table fork using the composite method. Participants introduce the composite method as a technique for analyzing complex shapes by breaking them down into simpler components. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the geometric properties of the fork to accurately apply this method. Key insights include the necessity of calculating the center of mass for individual parts before combining them to find the overall center of mass.

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how to find the centre of mass of a table fork, using the composite method.
 
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welcome to pf!

hi prabhi! welcome to pf! :smile:

what is the composite method?

how do you think you would apply it to a fork? :wink:
 
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