Equilibrium in Two Dimensions

Equilibrium in two dimensions can be understood with a simple structure:

Here, ∑f_x = 0,

∑F_y = 0,

And also ∑M_A = 0.

In this context you must recognize ‘A’ as any point in that structural plane.

Links of Previous Main Topic:-

• Introduction to statics
• Introduction to vector algebra
• Introduction concept of equilibrium of rigid body
• Equilibrium in two dimensions

Links of Next Mechanical Engineering Topics:-

• Free body diagram
• Equilibrium in three dimensions
• Analysis of structure
• Introduction concept of equilibrium of rigid body
• Friction introduction
• Introduction about distributed forces