The discussion focuses on calculating the moment of force P, which is 300N at an angle of 30 degrees, about point O. Participants clarify the use of the cosine and sine laws in the calculations. A correction is made regarding the angle, confirming that the angle should be 60 degrees with respect to the vertical for accurate component analysis. The x-component of the force is defined as Fcosθ, where θ is the angle from the +x axis.
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Yes. The x-component is Fcosθ, where θ is the angle with respect to the +x axis.drkidd22 said:Yeah I noticed that. I should use 60 degrees instead I guess