In this video, the force is introduced in context with Mechanics of Solids in following time codes:

0:00 – Mechanics of Solid Lecture series
0:10 – Outlines on Examples based on Reaction of Beam
0:28 – Definition of force
1:55 – Unit of force
5:09 – Characteristics of force

Following points are covered in this video:
0. Force
1. Introduction and Definition of force
2. Unit of force
3. Characteristics of force

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Details of Force and Characteristics of Force:

Force is a physical quantity that can cause a change in the motion or shape of an object. It can be defined as an influence that changes the state of motion of an object, and it is measured in units of Newtons (N).

There are several characteristics of force, including:

Magnitude: Force has a magnitude or size, which can be measured using a scale or a measuring instrument. The magnitude of force is expressed in Newtons.

Direction: Force has a direction in which it is applied, which can be described using vectors. The direction of force can be horizontal, vertical, or at an angle to the object it is applied to.

Point of application: Force is applied to a specific point on an object, known as the point of application. The effect of force on an object depends on the point of application.

Line of action: The line of action of a force is the line along which the force is applied. This line can be straight or curved, depending on the nature of the force.

Duration: Force can be applied for a short or long duration, depending on the purpose of the force. The longer the duration of the force, the greater its effect on the object.

Type: There are several types of forces, such as gravitational force, electrostatic force, magnetic force, and nuclear force, each of which has its own characteristics.

Understanding these characteristics of force is important in physics, as they are used to calculate the effects of forces on objects and their motion.