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How can the moments of a force be zero when the force itself is not zero? Give one example.
Asked by Topperlearning User | 08 Sep, 2016, 04:22: PM
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Moments of a force =

For the moment be zero,     (provided F 0)

For , the line of action of the force passes through the axis of rotation.  When a force is applied at the CG of a balanced rod, no rotation occurs although the force is acting.  This is because the line of action of the force passes through the axis of rotation.

Answered by | 08 Sep, 2016, 06:22: PM

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