How Do You Calculate the Center of Mass for Irregular Objects?

Thread starter kthejohnster
Start date Oct 30, 2011
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To calculate the center of mass for irregular objects, one approach involves dividing the object into simpler shapes and finding the center of mass for each piece. In this case, the object was split into two sections with centers at coordinates (2,5) and (3,2). Using the grid's squares as units for measurement is acceptable for this calculation. However, there is some confusion regarding the y-axis coordinate that needs clarification. Accurate identification of coordinates is crucial for determining the overall center of mass effectively.

Oct 30, 2011

kthejohnster

Homework Statement

find center of mass

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Homework Equations

(r1m1+r2m2+...)/m1+m2+...

The Attempt at a Solution

cut into two pieces with one center at 2,5 and one 3,2. used each square on grid as one unit is that okay?

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Oct 30, 2011

LawrenceC

Using the rectangles of the grid as one unit is ok. The y-axis coordinate is a little confusing.

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