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What branch of mechanics deals with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium?
What branch of mechanics deals with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium?
- Thermodynamics
- Kinematics
- Statics (correct)
- Dynamics
According to Newton's First Law of Motion, an object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an internal force.
According to Newton's First Law of Motion, an object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an internal force.
False (B)
What is the SI unit of force, equivalent to kg*m/s^2?
What is the SI unit of force, equivalent to kg*m/s^2?
Newton
The principle of __________ states that a force acting at one point on a rigid body can be replaced by a force at another point, provided the magnitude, line of action, and sense are the same.
The principle of __________ states that a force acting at one point on a rigid body can be replaced by a force at another point, provided the magnitude, line of action, and sense are the same.
Match the following types of loads based on their characteristics:
Match the following types of loads based on their characteristics:
Which of the following best describes a 'rigid body' in the context of statics?
Which of the following best describes a 'rigid body' in the context of statics?
External forces are forces that act within the boundaries of the system being considered.
External forces are forces that act within the boundaries of the system being considered.
In the context of forces, what is meant by the 'point of application'?
In the context of forces, what is meant by the 'point of application'?
The ________ of a force describes its intensity and is typically measured in pounds (lb) or Newtons (N).
The ________ of a force describes its intensity and is typically measured in pounds (lb) or Newtons (N).
Match each force with its correct unit:
Match each force with its correct unit:
What distinguishes a vector quantity from a scalar quantity?
What distinguishes a vector quantity from a scalar quantity?
A 'dead load' is an example of a dynamic load.
A 'dead load' is an example of a dynamic load.
According to Newton's Second Law, what is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration?
According to Newton's Second Law, what is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration?
The _______ of a force is the straight line along which the force acts and its sense or direction
The _______ of a force is the straight line along which the force acts and its sense or direction
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the concept of 'force' as 'action of one body on another'?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the concept of 'force' as 'action of one body on another'?
The magnitude of a force is independent of its point of application when analyzing its effect on a rigid body.
The magnitude of a force is independent of its point of application when analyzing its effect on a rigid body.
In the context of types of forces, what distinguishes 'coplanar' forces?
In the context of types of forces, what distinguishes 'coplanar' forces?
If the sum of all forces acting on a body is zero, the body is said to be in a state of ________.
If the sum of all forces acting on a body is zero, the body is said to be in a state of ________.
Match each item with its correct load type classification:
Match each item with its correct load type classification:
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a force?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a force?
Live loads are always smaller in magnitude than dead loads.
Live loads are always smaller in magnitude than dead loads.
What is the formula for calculating the second law of motion?
What is the formula for calculating the second law of motion?
If the force is applied in the boundaries of the system being observed, it is called ______________.
If the force is applied in the boundaries of the system being observed, it is called ______________.
Which of the following is the best definition of statics?
Which of the following is the best definition of statics?
In theory, deformations can always be ignored when applying forces on an object.
In theory, deformations can always be ignored when applying forces on an object.
Flashcards
Statics
Statics
The branch of mechanics concerned with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium.
Force
Force
Action of one body on another that affects the state of motion of the body.
Newton's First Law
Newton's First Law
An object will remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force.
Newton's Second Law
Newton's Second Law
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Newton's Third Law
Newton's Third Law
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Point of application of Force
Point of application of Force
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Magnitude of Force
Magnitude of Force
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Direction of Force
Direction of Force
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Rigid Body
Rigid Body
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Principle of Transmissibility
Principle of Transmissibility
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External Forces
External Forces
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Internal Forces
Internal Forces
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Scalar
Scalar
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Vector
Vector
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Study Notes
- Loads are classified by the speed of application, either static (gradual) or dynamic (sudden variations).
- Live and dead loads are static; dead loads are permanent and live loads are transient.
- Wind pressure and soil pressure are also types of loads.
Statics
- Deals with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium.
Force
- Action of one body on another affecting the state of motion, like a baseball bat hitting a ball or a car hitting another car.
Newton's Laws of Motion
- First Law: An object remains at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force.
- Second Law: The change in momentum is equal to the force acting on the object; F = m x a, where F is force, m is mass, and a is acceleration.
- Third Law: For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
Characteristics of a Force
- Point of application: The point where force is applied.
- Magnitude: Intensity in pounds (lb), kilo pound (kips), Newton (N), or Kilonewton (kN).
- Direction: Line of action and sense.
- Rigid Body: A body that undergoes NO deformation when force is applied.
Principle of Transmissibility (in rigid bodies)
- A force F1 at point A can be replaced by a force F2 at point B if they have the same magnitude, line of action, and sense.
External and Internal Forces
- External: forces applied outside the boundaries of the system.
- Internal: forces within the system that keep it together.
Types of Forces & Force Systems
- Defined by their location in space.
Scalar vs Vector
- Scalar: defined by magnitude only (distance, temperature, mass, speed).
- Vector: defined by magnitude and direction (displacement, velocity, Force).
Vector Addition (Graphical Method)
- Method 1: Parallelogram Method
- Method 2: Tip-to-tail method
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Explore loads, classified by application speed (static or dynamic). Understand live, dead, wind, and soil pressures. Grasp statics, force, and Newton's Laws (inertia, F=ma, action-reaction) with real-world examples.
