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B-assman · 02-13-2007, 02:07 PM

I need to figure out how to calculate the force in lbs exerted by dropping a 500lb weight approx 4ft. For simplicity sake - figure you're at sea level and don't worry about centrifical force exerted by the spinning earth.

FYI - Im replacing a part of a drop hammer and I need to know how much force is being exerted by the drop.

Thanks
Dave

02-13-2007, 02:07 PM	#1
B-assman Registered User iTrader: (0) Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: EGRI Posts: 256	Calling All Mechanical Engineers - HELP I need to figure out how to calculate the force in lbs exerted by dropping a 500lb weight approx 4ft. For simplicity sake - figure you're at sea level and don't worry about centrifical force exerted by the spinning earth. FYI - Im replacing a part of a drop hammer and I need to know how much force is being exerted by the drop. Thanks Dave