Torque with sign attached to a rod

In summary, the problem involves a 54.8 kg uniform square sign that is hung from a 3.00 m rod attached to a wall. A cable is also attached to the end of the rod and a point on the wall 4.00 m above the fixed point. Using the equations Στ=Trsin(θ1) -mg(r)(sin(θ2))=0 and cable length=sqrt(4^2 +3^2)=5, the attempt at a solution involves finding the tension (T) in the cable. However, there is an error in the calculation and the correct value of T is 669N.
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Homework Statement


a 54.8 kg uniform square sign, 2.00 m on a side, is hung from a 3.00 m rod of negligible mass. A cable is attached to the end of the rod and to a point on the wall 4.00 m above the point where the rod is fixed to the wall.
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Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


Ʃτ=Trsin(θ1) -mg(r)(sin(θ2))=0
cable length=sqrt(4^2 +3^2)=5
r=3
arctan(4/3)=51.3*=θ1
180-(51.3+90)=36.86=θ2
T(3)(sin(53.1)-(54.6)(9.8)(3)sin(90)=0
T=1605/2.389=669N

That's wrong...what am I forgetting to do?
 
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Painguy said:

Homework Statement


a 54.8 kg uniform square sign, 2.00 m on a side, is hung from a 3.00 m rod of negligible mass. A cable is attached to the end of the rod and to a point on the wall 4.00 m above the point where the rod is fixed to the wall.
[ IMG]http://i.imgur.com/6Apo0YU.png[/PLAIN]

Homework Equations




The Attempt at a Solution


Ʃτ=Trsin(θ1) -mg(r)(sin(θ2))=0
cable length=sqrt(4^2 +3^2)=5
r=3
arctan(4/3)=51.3*=θ1
180-(51.3+90)=36.86=θ2
T(3)(sin(53.1)-(54.6)(9.8)(3)sin(90)=0
T=1605/2.389=669N

That's wrong...what am I forgetting to do?
What is it you're trying to find ?
 

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Painguy said:
T(3)(sin(53.1)-(54.6)(9.8)(3)sin(90)=0
How far from the wall is the centre of mass of the sign (which weighs 54.8kg, not 54.6)?
 

1. What is torque with sign attached to a rod?

Torque with sign attached to a rod is a physical quantity that measures the tendency of a force to rotate an object around an axis. It is represented by the symbol "τ" and is measured in units of Newton-meters (Nm).

2. How is torque calculated for a rod with a sign attached?

To calculate torque for a rod with a sign attached, you will need to know the magnitude of the force applied to the rod and the distance between the force and the axis of rotation. The torque is then calculated by multiplying the force by the distance, and taking into account the direction of the force and the sign attached to the rod.

3. What is the direction of torque with a sign attached to a rod?

The direction of the torque with a sign attached to a rod is determined by the direction of the force and the direction of the sign attached. If the force is perpendicular to the rod and the sign attached is pointing in the same direction as the force, the torque will be positive. If the force and sign attached are in opposite directions, the torque will be negative.

4. What are some real-life examples of torque with a sign attached to a rod?

Some real-life examples of torque with a sign attached to a rod include opening a door with a doorknob, tightening a bolt with a wrench, and using a lever to lift a heavy object.

5. How does the sign attached to a rod affect the torque?

The sign attached to a rod affects the torque by indicating the direction in which the force is acting. This helps to determine the direction of the torque, as well as whether the torque is positive or negative.

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