Locating the Center of Gravity & Toppling

By: Brandon Chabala & Kyle Hahn

Point at the center of an object’s weight distribution, where the force of gravity can be considered to act

All shapes have a Center of Gravity Located at object’s average position of

weight On a baseball – It is at the geometric center On a baseball bat – It is more towards the

heavier end

Center of Gravity

How to Find Center of Gravity

If the center of gravity of an object is above the center of support the object will remain upright

If center of gravity extends outside the area of support, the object will topple

Toppling