2. Forces, Mass and Center of Gravity   (29 slides)

• Difference between mass (kg) and force (N)
• Standard triangles
• First & Second Law of Newton, Force F = m x a
• Composing of forces
• Principle of equilibrium
• Principle of CoG
• Principle of moment
• Forces on the load
• Wind forces (video shots on accidents due to windforce)
• Water force
• Accelerations and Decelerations
• Friction forces
• Forces on vessels
• Important angles
• Calculation of weights
• Estimating of Weight of different loads
• Ratio between mass and volume of different loads
• Essential information for Transport & Lifting Projects