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Hammer Balance

hammer balance

hanging hammer 1

 

hanging hammer 2

  • Hammer balances in a manner that appears impossible, but does so because 1) center of mass is not beyond edge of table, and 2) angular displacement of hammer increases potential energy of system, meaning system is stable. Stick end can be pushed very close to table edge, as seen in above photo.
  • Demo located in L02, section B4
Posted in Mechanics, Statics of Rigid Bodies / Center of MassTagged balance, hammer, stability

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