Mechanics 101 - Torque

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Cactus High School - RPM 498

Mechanics 101

Torque

Torque is a twisting/rotational force.
Torque is the product of a force and a distance.

The distance is measured from the pivot point (the fulcrum) to the point where the force is applied.
The force is measured perpendicular to the line between the fulcrum and the point where the force is applied.

Torque is measured in foot-pounds or ounce-inches, in America.

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