Engineering Statics

Engineering statics is the branch of mechanics that studies how forces affect objects that are at rest or moving at constant velocity. It helps engineers understand how structures like bridges, buildings, and arches stay balanced and upright. By analyzing the forces and moments (rotational effects) acting on these objects, engineers can ensure they are safe and stable. Essentially, statics provides the fundamental principles to design and evaluate structures so they can support loads without collapsing or deforming.