Definition of statically equivalent systems. Outline of how to determine if sets of forces are statically equivalent, and how to convert multiple forces into a single statically equivalent force.
The process for resolving a force applied at one point on a body into a force and a moment acting on another point, using the concept of couples. Includes several worked examples.
Definition of the equivalent point force and methods of calculating it in two and three dimensions: integration; using the centroid or center of volume. Includes several worked samples.
Procedure to find the location of the centroid/center of mass of a shape by the Method of Composite Parts: breaking the shape down into simpler components for individual analysis.