Hacking a Nespresso Machine! | Brewno

I’m wondering why it needs torque. Is it because it’s off-balance or difficult to move? If it’s off balance, then a spring or counter-balance could be used. Or if it’s lift, then as @msolters said, a counter-weight like an elevator, or a torsion spring like garage doors or car windows might do it. Or does it need to shut really tight?