Kinesiology 2241A/B Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Proprioception, Net Force, Gravity Falls
15 Jan 2018
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A state where all torques and forces in all directions cancel out. Therefore, the body or system in question is neither accelerating nor decelerating. To be in equilibrium, the system can be in motion or be stationary, but it cannot be accelerating / decelerating - therefore, it is moving at a constant rate, and not changing direction. Static equilibrium: not moving, body is at rest. Dynamic equilibrium: moving, yet no change in velocity or direction. Ex: most top sprinters hit their top speed at the 60m-mark, but only stay in this equilibrium for 20m - therefore, they do not stay in a state of equilibrium for an extended period of time. A process that is used to control and maintain equilibrium - involves the use of the inner ear and proprioceptors. A state of resistance that a body or system has to the potential disruption of equilibrium.
