Friday 8 March 2013

Stability and centre of mass - work for Friday 8th March

Use the idea of centre of mass, forces, moments and stability to answer the following questions.  Bring your answers ready to discuss next lesson (Wednesday).

Why are you more likely to fall over if you are wearing high heels

Why are wedge heels more sensible than stiletto heels?

What is the most stable position for a human?

Why do tall people tend to have bigger feet?

Why is a double decker bus less stable if the top deck is full of people?

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