1.8 Torque, Coupled Forces & Angular Momentum Flashcards
1
Q
Transfer of angular momentum can happen:
A
Gradually with a uniform rate of change
2
Q
What does a force couple describe?
A
Two equal and opposite parallel forces acting along different lines on a body.
3
Q
Using a secondary axis of rotation allows the body to:
A
Absorb and redistribute rotation forces
4
Q
Moving body parts away from the axis of rotation will:
A
Decrease angular velocity.
5
Q
What does not increase angular momentum?
A
Moving the mass towards the axis of rotation
