Torque is the measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate around an axis. It is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the distance from the axis of rotation to the point of application of the force.
Torque is directly proportional to the force applied to an object and the distance from the axis of rotation. This means that increasing either the force or the distance from the axis of rotation will result in an increase in torque.
One example is opening a door. When you push on a door handle, you are applying a force that causes the door to rotate around its hinges. The distance from the hinges to the point where you push is the lever arm, and the force you apply creates torque that opens the door.
Torque causes an object to rotate around an axis of rotation. The direction of rotation is determined by the direction of the force and the direction of the lever arm. The greater the torque, the faster the object will rotate.
Torque is measured in units of newton-meters (Nm) or foot-pounds (ft-lb), while force is measured in newtons (N) or pounds (lb). In the metric system, torque is measured in Nm and force is measured in N. In the imperial system, torque is measured in ft-lb and force is measured in lb.