How Do Two People Balance a Uniform Beam at Different Distances?

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Start date Nov 29, 2010
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To determine the forces exerted by two people balancing a uniform beam, one must choose a pivot point, typically at the location of one of the individuals. By calculating the torques around that pivot, the forces can be derived based on the distances each person is from the ends of the beam. The sum of the torques must equal zero for the beam to be in equilibrium. This approach allows for the calculation of the forces exerted by each person based on their respective distances from the pivot point. Understanding these principles is crucial for solving rotational problems involving balance and torque.

Nov 29, 2010

nameVoid

a uniform beam of length l and mass m is caried by two people one is distance d1 from the left end the other is distance d2 from the right end determine the force each person exerts on the beam.
I have yet to encounter a rotational problem such as this with 2 axi

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Nov 29, 2010

Delphi51

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Choose your pivot point to be either of the people points. Calculate torques about that point.

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