Moment of a Force and Equilibrium

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the motions of rigid bodies including translational and rotational movements.

Translational motion

The linear motion of a rigid body when acted upon by a force, moving in a straight path in the direction of the force.

Rotational motion

The motion of a body that is pivoted at a point and rotates about an axis when a force is applied at a suitable point.

Pivot

The point about which a body rotates, such as the center of a wheel.

Torque

The turning effect of a force that causes a body to rotate about an axis.

Linear motion

Motion along a straight path resulting from a force acting on a rigid body.