Engineering Mechanics Chapter 1
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What is the definition of a rigid body?

  • A body in motion
  • A body that can change shape
  • A body that is always at rest
  • A definite amount of matter fixed in position relative to each other (correct)

    • The external effect of a force on a body can change based on its point of application.

    False

    What must be true for two forces to be in equilibrium?

    They must be equal in magnitude, opposite in direction, and collinear in action.

    A _____ diagram is a sketch of an isolated body showing only the forces acting upon it.

    <p>free-body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force system includes forces whose lines of action lie in one plane?

    <p>Coplanar forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Force system = Arrangement of two or more forces acting on a body Concurrent forces = Forces whose lines pass through a common point Equilibrium = State where the sum of forces acting on a body is zero Free-body diagram = Sketch showing only the forces acting on an isolated body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The internal effect of a force depends only on the magnitude of the force applied.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principle which states that a set of forces in equilibrium may be added to any system of forces without changing the effect is called the _____ principle.

    <p>equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a free-body diagram illustrate?

    <p>The isolated body and the forces acting upon it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A vector quantity possesses both magnitude and direction.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Triangle Law in relation to forces?

    <p>If two forces are represented by their free vectors placed tip to tail, their resultant vector is the third side of the triangle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The study of forces in motion is called __________.

    <p>kinetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Equilibrium = A body at rest or moving with constant velocity Kinematics = Concerned with rates of change of geometrical quantities Statics = Study of motionless systems Particle = A body whose size does not influence its response to forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes applied forces?

    <p>Forces acting on the free body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the angle between two forces is 0 or 180 degrees, they are considered collinear.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between kinematics and kinetics?

    <p>Kinematics deals with the motion of bodies without involving force, while kinetics involves the study of motion that results from forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of statics in engineering mechanics?

    <p>Forces on bodies at rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The internal effect of a force is independent of its point of application.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the principle that states the external effect of a force on a body is consistent along its line of action.

    <p>Principle of Transmissibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Two forces are in equilibrium when they are equal in magnitude, opposite in direction, and _____ in action.

    <p>collinear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes concurrent forces?

    <p>Forces whose lines of action pass through a common point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions of forces with their correct descriptions:

    <p>Equilibrium Forces = Forces that are equal and opposite Coplanar Forces = Forces that lie in the same plane Concurrent Forces = Forces that share a common point of intersection Action and Reaction Forces = Forces that are equal but oppositely directed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about force systems is correct?

    <p>A force system may involve two or more forces acting on a body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A set of forces in equilibrium can be added to any system of forces without affecting the overall outcome.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Engineering Mechanics

    • Studies the effects of forces on rigid bodies.

    Statics and Dynamics

    • Statics examines forces acting on stationary rigid bodies.
    • Dynamics explores motion in rigid bodies due to forces.

    Rigid Body

    • Defined as a fixed amount of matter where parts maintain relative positions.

    Force

    • Affects the motion state of a body, categorized into external effects (change in motion) and internal effects (stress and deformation).

    Principle of Transmissibility

    • The external impact of a force remains the same across different application points along its line of action.

    Force Systems

    • Comprise multiple forces acting on a body or related bodies.
    • Coplanar Forces: All forces lie in one plane.
    • Concurrent Forces: Lines of action intersect at a common point; can be either parallel or non-concurrent.

    Equilibrium

    • Occurs when two forces are equal in magnitude, opposite in direction, and collinear.
    • Forces in equilibrium can be added to any force system without altering its effects.

    Free-Body Diagram

    • Illustrates isolated bodies highlighting only the forces acting on them.

    Types of Forces

    • Applied Forces: Acts on the free body.
    • Reaction Forces: Exerted by the body onto others.

    Scalar and Vector Quantities

    • Scalars possess only magnitude, while vectors are represented geometrically and can indicate direction.

    Triangle Law of Vector Addition

    • States if two free vectors are arranged tip to tail, their resultant forms the opposite side of the triangle.

    Mechanics Studies

    • Mechanics involves motion under forces, separated into:
      • Statically (constant velocity or at rest).
      • Kinematics (relationships of position, velocity, and acceleration).
      • Kinetics (forces causing motion, e.g., gravity, wind).

    Particle Definition

    • A particle is sized so that it does not affect its response to applied forces.

    Scientific Notation

    • Utilizes powers of 10 for number representation.

    Trigonometric Functions Overview

    • Key angles with respective sine, cosine, and tangent values provided.

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    This quiz focuses on the fundamental concepts of Engineering Mechanics, including the definitions of forces, rigid bodies, and the differences between statics and dynamics. Test your understanding of the basic principles that govern the behavior of rigid bodies under various forces. Prepare to dive into the foundational knowledge required for further studies in mechanics.

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