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Center of Gravity Definition

August 12, 2020

Center of gravity (CG) is the point within an object where its weight is evenly balanced in all directions. Understanding its significance is important because it helps predict how an object will behave when it’s moved or supported. For example, if a box’s center of gravity is not centered, it may tip over easily. In […]

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Homemade Center of Gravity Instrument

Avoid the Pitfalls of Homemade Center of Gravity Instruments Making a center of gravity instrument does not seem insurmountable. Homemade solutions such as attaching a plate to 3 or 4 load cells can be done quite easily and at a seemingly low cost. But… – What is the REAL cost? – What accuracy will you […]

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