Vectors
GRAPHIC METHOD OF VECTOR ADDITION
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CP-02
Figure 20 Graphic Addition - Example 2
Graphic Method Summary
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Draw rectangular coordinates.
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Draw first vector.
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Draw second vector connected to the end (head) of first vector with proper
angular orientation.
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Draw remaining vectors, starting at the head of the preceding vector.
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Draw resultant vector from the origin of axes to head of final vector.
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Measure length of resultant.
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Measure angle of resultant vector addition.
Summary
The steps of the graphic method of vector addition are summarized below.
