Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction Formula

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The Horizontal Component of Force is the resolved force acting along the horizontal direction. Check FAQs
FH=Fθcos(θ)
FH - Horizontal Component of Force?Fθ - Force at Angle?θ - Angle?

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11.5544Edit=12.02Editcos(16Edit)
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Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
FH=Fθcos(θ)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
FH=12.02Ncos(16°)
Next Step Convert Units
FH=12.02Ncos(0.2793rad)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
FH=12.02cos(0.2793)
Next Step Evaluate
FH=11.5543655851788N
LAST Step Rounding Answer
FH=11.5544N

Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction Formula Elements

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Functions
Horizontal Component of Force
The Horizontal Component of Force is the resolved force acting along the horizontal direction.
Symbol: FH
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Force at Angle
Force at angle can be broken down to horizontal and vertical components.
Symbol: Fθ
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Angle
Angle that can be defined as the figure formed by two rays meeting at a common endpoint.
Symbol: θ
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)

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How to Evaluate Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction?

Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction evaluator uses Horizontal Component of Force = Force at Angle*cos(Angle) to evaluate the Horizontal Component of Force, The Resolution of force with angle along horizontal direction formula is defined as product of force acting at an angle (θ) and cos(θ). Horizontal Component of Force is denoted by FH symbol.

How to evaluate Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction, enter Force at Angle (Fθ) & Angle (θ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction

What is the formula to find Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction?
The formula of Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction is expressed as Horizontal Component of Force = Force at Angle*cos(Angle). Here is an example- 11.53514 = 12.02*cos(0.27925268031904).
How to calculate Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction?
With Force at Angle (Fθ) & Angle (θ) we can find Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction using the formula - Horizontal Component of Force = Force at Angle*cos(Angle). This formula also uses Cosine (cos) function(s).
Can the Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction be negative?
Yes, the Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction, measured in Force can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction?
Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Resolution of Force with Angle along Horizontal Direction can be measured.
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