Statics

Statics

Objective

By the end of this course, you should understand the fundamentals of forces and moments, and be able to solve equilibrium problems for rigid (non-deformable) bodies in both two and three dimensions.

What You Should Already Know

In order to completely comprehend the material in this course, you should have a firm understanding of all math leading up to Calculus III. Also, an understanding of basic physics as well as technical sketching is useful.

Contents

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Introduction to Statics

Preliminary Principles

• Measurement and Units
• Vector Math

Forces

• Newton's Laws and Equilibrium
• Forces As Vectors

Resultants of Force Systems

Rigid Body Equilibrium

• Two-Dimensional Equilibrium
• Three-Dimensional Equilibrium

Structural Analysis

• Trusses
• Method of Joints
• Method of Sections
• Multiforce Members

Internal Forces

Moment of Inertia

Center of Gravity and Centroid

Quizzes and Tests

• Quizzes
• Tests

References

• Equations of Statics
• Geometric Properties of Lines and Areas
• Geometric Properties of Solids

Acknowledgements and Further Reading

Printable Version

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