Support Force Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Support Force (SF) is:

\[ SF = (M1 + M2) \cdot g \]

Where:

\(SF\) is the support force (N)
\(M1\) is the mass of object 1 (kg)
\(M2\) is the mass of object 2 (kg)
\(g\) is the acceleration due to gravity (m/s²)

What is a Support Force?

A support force measures the total force acting at the support or pivot point of a beam/lever system. Typically, this system is at equilibrium and has different masses at either end of the beam.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Mass of Object 1 (M1) = 10 kg
Mass of Object 2 (M2) = 15 kg
Acceleration due to Gravity (g) = 9.81 m/s²

Using the formula to calculate the Support Force:

\[ SF = (10 + 15) \cdot 9.81 = 25 \cdot 9.81 = 245.25 \text{ N} \]

The Support Force is 245.25 N.