Six Differences Between Torque and Moment
S.NO. | TORQUE | MOMENT |
1. | Torque is a measure of the rotational force exerted by an object. | Moment is a measure of the tendency of a force to cause rotation. |
2. | Torque is a vector quantity, with both magnitude and direction. | Moment is a scalar quantity, with only magnitude. |
3. | Torque is a measure of the twisting or turning force on an object. | Moment is a measure of the tendency of a force to cause bending or deflection. |
4. | Torque is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the distance from the point of application to the axis of rotation. | Moment is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the perpendicular distance from the point of application to the line of action of the force. |
5. | Torque is often used in the study of mechanics. | Moment is often used in the study of structural engineering. |
6. | Torque is represented by the symbol "Ï„" (tau). | Moment is represented by the symbol "M". |
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