About this Simulation

This interactive simulation models the turning effects of forces and conditions for equilibrium. Learners manipulate forces, distances, and pivot points to explore how balanced and unbalanced moments affect rotation. The dynamic visualization reveals real-time relationships between force magnitude, lever arm length, and rotational outcome.

Learning objectives: Understand that turning effect depends on both force size and distance from pivot | Recognise equilibrium occurs when clockwise and anticlockwise moments balance | Apply moment principles to predict and verify balance in practical systems