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- Homework Statement
- seesaw
- Relevant Equations
- torque
How Does Using ##m## Instead of ##M = 2m## Affect the Seesaw and Spring System?
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SUMMARY
The discussion focuses on the calculation of torque in a seesaw and spring system, specifically addressing the impact of using ##m## instead of ##M = 2m## for the mass of the disk. The user correctly identifies that the torque due to gravity from the plate and the spring force must be considered, while noting that the rod's weight does not contribute to torque as it acts on the pivot point S. The error arises from the incorrect mass representation, which affects the overall torque calculation.
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The question ask to find torque about the pivot point S.
I first find the torque due to gravity of the plate and then torque due to spring force.
I understand that the weight of the rod do no torque as it is acting on the pivot S.
Where have I gone wrong?
I first find the torque due to gravity of the plate and then torque due to spring force.
I understand that the weight of the rod do no torque as it is acting on the pivot S.
Where have I gone wrong?
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You used ##m## instead of ##M = 2m## for the mass of the disk.
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thank you so muchOrodruin said:
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