Centre of Gravity and Structural Elements
What is centre of gravity?
This is the point where an object’s mass is evenly distributed.
What is a low centre of gravity?
Keeping the base wide and low helps achieve this type of centre of gravity.
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What is a lever?
This simple machine is a rigid bar that pivots around a fulcrum, like a seesaw.
What is gravitational force?
This force pulls objects toward Earth.
what is stability?
This term describes why objects with a low centre of gravity are less likely to tip.
Why are triangular shapes important for structures?
These shapes improve stability because they resist bending and collapsing.
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What is an inclined plane?
This angled flat surface helps raise objects more easily.
What is friction?
This force opposes motion when two surfaces rub together.
What is a cantilever?
This structure is a beam supported at only one end, like a diving board.
What is weight distribution?
Placing heavier materials at the bottom improves this factor.
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What is a wedge?
This simple machine is used to split wood and has a sharp edge.
What is tension force?
This force is carried through ropes or cables when pulled tight.
What is an I-beam?
This beam has an “I” shape to provide strength and reduce weight.
What is load (or weight)?
Bridges may collapse when this exceeds their capacity.
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What is a screw?
This is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
What is applied force?
This force is applied directly by a person pushing or pulling something.
What is a truss?
This structure uses triangles to provide strong support, often seen in roofs.
What are extraordinary loads?
This term describes loads beyond a structure’s design limits.
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What is a pulley?
This simple machine uses a grooved wheel and rope to lift objects.
What is mechanical advantage (AMA)?
This term describes the ratio of output force to input force in a machine.