Tension & Torque, Static Equilibrium

In summary, tension is the force that is transmitted through a string, rope, cable, or wire when pulled tight by opposite forces. Torque is the measure of the twisting force that causes rotation and is calculated by multiplying force and distance. In order for an object to be in static equilibrium, the sum of all forces and torques must be equal to zero. Factors such as force applied, material and thickness of the string, and angle affect tension and torque. Tension and torque are used in various real-world applications, including bridge construction, weightlifting, and in the design of machines and structures.
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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



[itex]Ʃτ = 0[/itex]
[itex]τ = rFsinθ[/itex]

The Attempt at a Solution



I'm not even really sure where to start with this. My first thought was that it's not moving, so presumably the forces sum to 0. I also thought of treating the point where the net is exerting force as a point of rotation, but that doesn't make much sense.
 
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There's an unknown force you don't care about: the force of the ground on the pole. So you want to take moments about a point for which that force will have no moment. What point is that?
 

1. What is tension?

Tension is a force that is transmitted through a string, rope, cable, or wire when it is pulled tight by forces acting from opposite ends. It is also referred to as the pulling force.

2. What is torque?

Torque is a measure of the twisting force that causes rotation. It is a combination of both force and distance, and is calculated by multiplying the force applied by the distance from the pivot point.

3. How do tension and torque relate to static equilibrium?

In order for an object to be in static equilibrium, the sum of all forces acting on the object must be equal to zero and the sum of all torques must also be equal to zero. This means that the forces pulling on the object must be balanced and there can be no net rotation.

4. What factors affect tension and torque?

The tension in a string or rope is affected by the amount of force applied, the material and thickness of the string, and the angle at which the string is pulled. Torque is affected by the force applied, the distance from the pivot point, and the angle at which the force is applied.

5. How are tension and torque used in real-world applications?

Tension and torque are used in a variety of real-world applications, including bridge construction, weightlifting, and even simple tasks like opening a door. They are also important concepts in physics and engineering, and are used in the design of machines and structures.

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