Toppling Effect: What's the Best Procedure?

Thread starter BasilBassam
Start date Mar 25, 2015
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Centre of mass Moment Toppling

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The discussion revolves around determining the best procedure for calculating the toppling effect of a cylinder and cone. The two proposed methods involve calculating moments based on total object weight and distances to the toppling point. There is confusion regarding the definition of "distance to toppling point," specifically what the reference points are for this measurement. The user is seeking clarification on how to apply these methods effectively. Understanding the correct approach is crucial for accurate calculations in this context.

Mar 25, 2015

BasilBassam

Hello, I uploaded an image of the question so it becomes clear
my main doubt is which procedure should I follow
1) total object weight*PERP. Distance to toppling point=Moment of cylinder+moment of cone
2) moment of cylinder ≥ moment of cone
I tried doing method two since they asked for least value and not exact

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Mar 25, 2015

nasu

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What do you mean by "distance to toppling point"? Distance from what to what?

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