What is the Summation of Torques Equation for Figure P8.4?

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The discussion focuses on deriving the summation of torques equation for an object in Figure P8.4, with the torque calculated about point O. The equations for the sum of forces in the x and y directions are established as ΣFx = -Rx + Fx = 0 and ΣFy = Fy + Ry - Fg = 0. The main challenge lies in determining the perpendicular distances from point O for the forces Fg, Fy, and Fx, with 'l' being the hypotenuse of a right triangle. Participants are seeking clarification on how to accurately calculate these distances to complete the torque equation. Understanding these distances is crucial for solving the torque summation problem effectively.
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Write the necessary equation of the object shown in Figure P8.4. Take the origin of the torque equation about an axis perpendicular to the page through the point O. (Let counterclockwise torque be positive and let forces to the right and up be positive. Use q for θ and Rx, Ry, Fx, Fy, Fg, l, and g as appropriate in your equations.)

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ΣFx=
ΣFy=
Στ=

The Attempt at a Solution


ΣFx = -Rx+Fx=0
ΣFy= Fy+Ry-Fg=0
Στ=

I can't figure out the summation of the torques
 
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