Understanding Why No Torque is Produced at O

In summary, torque is a measure of the twisting force on an object and is important because it helps us understand rotational motion. No torque is produced at point O because the force and radius vector are perpendicular. The direction of the force affects torque by determining its positive or negative value. Torque can be zero at any point where the force and radius vector are perpendicular. To increase torque at point O, we can increase the applied force or the distance from the point of rotation.
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Why does the force system produce no torque about O
don't mg and N produce a torque about O?

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


 
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Homework Statement


http://postimg.org/image/tdocieaxx/

Why does the force system produce no torque about O
don't mg and N produce a torque about O?

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution


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How is torque about a point calculated?
 

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1. What is torque and why is it important?

Torque is a measure of the twisting force on an object. It is important because it helps us understand how forces act on objects and how they can cause rotational motion.

2. Why is no torque produced at point O?

No torque is produced at point O because it is the point where the force and the radius vector (the distance from the point of rotation to the point where the force is applied) are perpendicular to each other. This means that the force does not cause any rotation around point O.

3. How does the direction of the force affect torque?

The direction of the force affects torque by determining whether the torque is positive or negative. A force applied in the same direction as the radius vector will result in a positive torque, while a force applied in the opposite direction will result in a negative torque.

4. Can torque be zero at any other point besides point O?

Yes, torque can be zero at any point where the force and the radius vector are perpendicular to each other. This can happen at multiple points, depending on the direction of the force and the shape of the object.

5. How can we increase torque at point O?

To increase torque at point O, we can either increase the force applied or increase the distance from the point of rotation to the point where the force is applied. Both of these actions will result in a larger torque around point O.

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