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Moments of Inertia Table

A Moments of Inertia Table lists how resistant different objects or shapes are to rotating around specific axes. It quantifies how mass is distributed relative to a rotation point, affecting how much force is needed to spin or change their rotation. Higher values indicate objects are harder to rotate about that axis. Engineers use these tables to analyze structures and mechanical parts, ensuring safety and efficiency. The table helps quickly find the inertia for various geometric shapes, simplifying complex calculations involved in designing machines, bridges, and other structures.