Calculating Torsion: Understanding the Role of Force and Distance

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The discussion centers on calculating torsion in mechanical systems, specifically addressing the formula used to determine torsion at point C. Participants clarify that the force F is divided by 2 to obtain the magnitude of the reaction forces at support points A and E, while the distance 'a' remains unchanged. This understanding is crucial for accurately applying the principles of torsion in engineering calculations.

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Summary:: trying to calculate the torsion but couldn´t understand the solution

Greetings
I´m trying to understand why the multiplied the Force by a/2 to find the torsion in te point c
thank you!
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They are dividing the force F by 2, not the a distance.
F/2 is the magnitude of each reaction force at support points A and E.
 
thanks a million!
 
You are welcome, Amaelle. :smile:
 

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