Statics of Rigid Bodies

Statics of rigid bodies is the study of how objects that do not deform respond to forces acting on them. It examines the conditions needed for these objects to remain at rest or move uniformly without acceleration. This involves analyzing forces and moments (rotational forces) to ensure the object is balanced. For an object to stay stable, the total forces and moments acting on it must be zero. This principle helps engineers design structures like bridges and buildings to ensure they can support loads safely without moving or collapsing.