Define what is a couple.

Understand the concept of

couple and Resultant of Non-
Objectives: concurrent forces.

Solve sample problems

involving couples and non-
concurrent force system.
➢ Are two equal, parallel, oppositely directed forces.
➢ Their moment sum is constant and independent of
the moment center.
Example:

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2’ 3’ C D 2’

A B 1’
E

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 𝑅𝑥 = ෍ 𝐹𝑥
Moment of R= 𝑅. 𝑑 = σ 𝑀
𝑅𝑦 = ෍ 𝐹𝑦

2 2
𝑅= 𝑅𝑥 + 𝑅𝑦

𝑅𝑦
tan ϴ =
𝑅𝑥
Example:
The rectangular framework shown in the figure is subjected
to the indicated non-concurrent system of forces.
Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant;
also its moment arm relative to the origin O.
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Y
30⁰ 45⁰
60 lb

O
X
60⁰

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