What is R in that equation? (Please don't just say "the distance" ... what distance does the R signify?)TBBTs said:
No, there is only one torque acting on the spool here. There is no friction, and the normal force does not exert a torque.
You don't need the angular velocity. What is the angular counterpart to Newton's 2nd Law, F=ma?
Torque is a measure of the rotational force applied to an object. It is important because it can determine the ability of an object to rotate or change its rotational motion.
Torque is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the distance from the axis of rotation to the point where the force is applied. The unit of torque is Newton-meters (Nm).
Sure! Let's say you are trying to loosen a bolt with a wrench. If you apply a force of 10 Newtons to the end of the wrench, and the distance from the center of the bolt to the end of the wrench is 0.2 meters, the torque would be 10 N x 0.2 m = 2 Nm.
The greater the torque applied to an object, the greater the rotational acceleration. This means that the object will rotate faster or with more force.
Torque is used in various everyday objects, such as door handles, bicycle pedals, and car engines. It is also important in industrial machinery and tools for tasks such as tightening screws and bolts.