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The net torque about point B is zero.haruspex said:
Three equal forces applied to a rectangle, find net torque direction?
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The discussion revolves around calculating the net torque on a rectangle subjected to three equal forces. It is established that the net torque about point A is zero due to equal and opposite forces, while the net torque about point B is counterclockwise because forces F1 and F2 produce CCW torques, and F3 does not contribute. The participants clarify that when calculating torque, one must consider the lever arms of the forces, leading to the conclusion that F1 exerts more torque than F3. The final consensus confirms that the net torque at point B is indeed zero, reinforcing the importance of correctly identifying the axis of rotation and calculating the moments accurately. Understanding the relationships between the forces and their respective lever arms is crucial for solving such torque problems effectively.
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