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The Mathematical Link Between Gears in a Gear Train
Previously we analyzed the angular relationship between the Force and Distance vectors in this…
Pulleys as a Work Input-Outut Device
In our previous topic we saw how adding extra pulleys resulted in mechanical…
Dynamic Lifting is Easier With a Compound Pulley
Dynamic Lifting is Easier With a Compound PulleyIf you’ll recall from our…
Mechanical Advantage of a Compound Pulley
In this Topic series on pulleys we’ve gone from discussing the simple pulley to…
Using a Free Body Diagram to Understand Simple Pulleys
Sometimes the simplest alteration in design results in a huge improvement, a…
The Simple Pulley Gives Us a Lift
Lifting heavy objects into position always presents a challenge, whether it’s a…
Kinetic Energy to Work, Work to Kinetic Energy
Last time we watched our example ceramic coffee mug crash to a…
When Kinetic Energy Meets With Opposing Force
Objects in motion inevitably meet with opposing forces, a theme which I frequently…
