In this video, moment of a force is explained in following Timestamps:

0:00 – Mechanics of Solid Lecture series - Moment of a force
0:31 – Moment of a force
1:15 – Definition of moment of force
1:53 – Magnitude of moment of force
3:22 – Direction of moment of force
5:04 – Field example of moment of force
5:29 – Example on calculation of moment

Following points are covered in this video:

1. Moment of Force
2. Example based on support reaction of beam for simply supported beam
3. Definition of moment of force
4. Magnitude of moment of force
5. Direction of moment of force
6. Field example of moment of force
7. Example on calculation of moment

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Details of Moment of a Force:

The moment of a force, also known as torque, is a measure of the tendency of a force to rotate an object around a specific axis or point. The moment of a force is defined as the product of the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance from the axis or point to the line of action of the force. Mathematically, the moment of a force F about a point P is given by:

M = F * d

where M is the moment of the force, F is the magnitude of the force, and d is the perpendicular distance from the point P to the line of action of the force.

The SI unit of moment is the newton-meter (N·m), which is equivalent to the joule (J). In imperial units, the unit of moment is the foot-pound (ft·lb), which is the amount of moment required to move a one-pound object a distance of one foot.

The moment of a force is an important concept in mechanics and is used to analyze the rotational motion of objects. The moment of a force can cause an object to rotate, change its orientation, or produce bending stresses in the object. The concept of moment is particularly important in engineering applications, such as the design of machines, structures, and mechanical systems.