Torque Formula

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Torque Exerted on Wheel is the rotational force applied to it, causing it to rotate around its axis. Check FAQs
τ=Fldissin(θFD)
τ - Torque Exerted on Wheel?F - Force?ldis - Length of Displacement Vector?θFD - Angle between Force and Displacement Vector?

Torque Example

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Here is how the Torque equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Torque equation looks like.

1.5Edit=2.5Edit1.2Editsin(30Edit)
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Torque Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Torque?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
τ=Fldissin(θFD)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
τ=2.5N1.2msin(30°)
Next Step Convert Units
τ=2.5N1.2msin(0.5236rad)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
τ=2.51.2sin(0.5236)
LAST Step Evaluate
τ=1.5N*m

Torque Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Torque Exerted on Wheel
Torque Exerted on Wheel is the rotational force applied to it, causing it to rotate around its axis.
Symbol: τ
Measurement: TorqueUnit: N*m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Force
Force is a physical quantity that describes the interaction between objects resulting in a push or pull that can cause an object to accelerate or deform.
Symbol: F
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Length of Displacement Vector
The Length of Displacement Vector is the distance between the pivot point on the axis of rotation and the force vector.
Symbol: ldis
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angle between Force and Displacement Vector
The Angle between Force and Displacement Vector is the angle between the linear force vector and the displacement vector.
Symbol: θFD
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
sin
Sine is a trigonometric function that describes the ratio of the length of the opposite side of a right triangle to the length of the hypotenuse.
Syntax: sin(Angle)

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How to Evaluate Torque?

Torque evaluator uses Torque Exerted on Wheel = Force*Length of Displacement Vector*sin(Angle between Force and Displacement Vector) to evaluate the Torque Exerted on Wheel, Torque formula is defined as a measure of the rotational force that causes an object to rotate, resulting from the application of a force at a distance from the axis of rotation, and is a fundamental concept in understanding the motion of objects in physics and engineering. Torque Exerted on Wheel is denoted by τ symbol.

How to evaluate Torque using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Torque, enter Force (F), Length of Displacement Vector (ldis) & Angle between Force and Displacement Vector FD) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Torque

What is the formula to find Torque?
The formula of Torque is expressed as Torque Exerted on Wheel = Force*Length of Displacement Vector*sin(Angle between Force and Displacement Vector). Here is an example- 1.5 = 2.5*1.2*sin(0.5235987755982).
How to calculate Torque?
With Force (F), Length of Displacement Vector (ldis) & Angle between Force and Displacement Vector FD) we can find Torque using the formula - Torque Exerted on Wheel = Force*Length of Displacement Vector*sin(Angle between Force and Displacement Vector). This formula also uses Sine (sin) function(s).
Can the Torque be negative?
No, the Torque, measured in Torque cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Torque?
Torque is usually measured using the Newton Meter[N*m] for Torque. Newton Centimeter[N*m], Newton Millimeter[N*m], Kilonewton Meter[N*m] are the few other units in which Torque can be measured.
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