Question:
Calculate the net torque about the axle of the wheel shown in Fig. 8–42. Assume that a friction torque of $0.60 \textrm{ m}\cdot\textrm{N}$ opposes the motion.
Figure 8-42.
Source: Giancoli, Douglas C., Physics: Principles with Applications, 7th Edition, 2014.
Quick Answer:
$-1.2 \textrm{ N m}$
Giancoli 7th Edition, Chapter 8, Problem 25
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Comments
Hello Mr. Dychko, the units your are using resemble those for energy, N*m. The units for torque are reversed, m*N.