A Text-book of Statics

A. H. ALLCROFT ABCD algebraic sum applied arithmetic mean attached balance base beam bisecting centre of gravity components conditions of equilibrium couple denote diagonal distance effort equal and opposite equation of moments find the C.G. find the resultant fulcrum given force Hence horizontal inclined plane intersect lamina length lever line of action LIVY M.A. Lond M.A. Oxon magnitude and direction mechanical advantage middle point move moveable pulleys number of forces parallel forces Parallelogram of Forces particle perpendicular placed point of application polygon position Principle pull pyramid reaction represented in magnitude resolved respectively rest resultant force right angles rigid body rope round rowlock scale pan screw sides smooth steelyard straight line string support a weight system of pulleys taking moments Text-Book three forces triangle ABC Triangle of Forces turn vertex vertical w₁ wheel and axle zero