Running Torque and Prevailing Torque are one in the same?

Running Torque and Prevailing Torque are not the same. Running Torque refers to the torque required to keep a component, such as a bolt or screw, in motion while it is being tightened. Prevailing Torque, on the other hand, is the torque required to overcome the friction and resistance when a fastener is initially engaged or is static. Understanding the distinction between the two is important for applications in mechanical engineering and assembly.