Need help with torque on a rectangular coil

Thread starter Sanosuke Sagara
Start date Dec 19, 2004
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Coil Rectangular Torque

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The discussion revolves around calculating torque on a rectangular coil, with a focus on using geometric principles to determine the radius. The original poster struggled with the problem for an extended period before seeking assistance. A response clarified that the radius could be derived from geometric considerations rather than other methods. Ultimately, the original poster expressed gratitude for the help received and confirmed they found the answer to their question. The conversation highlights the importance of geometric understanding in solving physics problems related to torque.

Dec 19, 2004

Sanosuke Sagara

This is another question that I have think for very long hours but still find the solution to this question.I have my question in the attachment that followed.

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Dec 19, 2004

learningphysics

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No. Not that way. You can calculate r using purely geometry.

Dec 19, 2004

Sanosuke Sagara

Thanks for your help and I finally get the answer to my question.

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