Calculus III: The Cross Product (Level 8 of 9)

This video explores the concept of torque in physics and engineering, explaining how a body can have both translational and rotational motion. It introduces torque as a measure of rotational effort, calculated using the cross product of vectors. The video uses practical examples, such as a bolt and wrench, to illustrate how torque works and discusses the units and conventions associated with torque. The importance of specifying the point of application for torque is emphasized, and the video concludes with a discussion on the differences between torque and work.

Describe the right-hand rule and its application in determining the direction of torque.

What is the geometric definition of torque in relation to the position vector and force vector?

What are the SI units of torque, and how do they differ from the units of work?