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

This video concludes the cross product series by exploring torque through various examples. It covers calculating torque using both component and geometric definitions, with examples involving vertical forces on levers, forces on rigid bodies, and determining maximum force on a wrench. The video emphasizes the relationship between angles, force vectors, and position vectors in torque calculations.

Describe the process of finding the magnitude and direction of the torque when a 36-lbs force is applied.

How does the right-hand rule help in determining the direction of the torque vector?

What is the maximum force that can be applied to the wrench if the torque cannot exceed 200 foot pounds?