Static equilibrium is a state in which an object is at rest and all forces acting on it are balanced, resulting in zero net force and zero acceleration. In this state, the object will not move or rotate.
Static equilibrium refers to a stationary object with balanced forces, while dynamic equilibrium refers to a moving object with balanced forces and constant velocity. In dynamic equilibrium, there may be a non-zero net force, but it is balanced by other forces such as friction or air resistance.
Torque is a measure of the turning force on an object. It is the product of the force applied and the distance from the pivot point to the point where the force is applied. Torque is measured in Newton-meters (Nm) in the SI system.
In order for an object to be in static equilibrium, the sum of all torques acting on the object must be equal to zero. This means that the clockwise and counterclockwise torques must be balanced, resulting in no rotational motion.
The magnitude of torque is affected by the magnitude of the applied force, the distance from the pivot point to the point where the force is applied, and the angle between the force and the lever arm. Increasing any of these factors will result in an increase in torque.