Calculation should be based on the following equations:
Total moment รท total weight = CG
and
Weight x Arm = Moment
Calculation also should include the following concepts:
- Add/subtract all weights to calculate total weight
- Add/subtract all moments to calculate total moment
ACS:
AM.I.C.K7
AM.I.C.K8
AM.I.C.S9
Process/Skill Questions:
- How is moment used to calculate CG?
- What units of measurement are used for moments?
- What is an adverse loading consideration?
- How does one calculate whether adverse loading causes an out-of-limit condition?
- How does one determine proper empty weight configuration?