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View SchemaWorking with simple machines
| Authors | John W. Norbury |
|---|---|
| Categories | |
| ArXiv ID | physics/0612109 |
| URL | https://arxiv.org/abs/physics/0612109 |
| DOI | 10.1088/0031-9120/41/6/010 |
| Journal | Physics Education, vol. 41, pg. 546 - 550 (2006) |
Abstract
A set of examples is provided that illustrate the use of work as applied to simple machines. The ramp, pulley, lever and hydraulic press are common experiences in the life of a student and their theoretical analysis therefore makes the abstract concept of work more real. The mechanical advantage of each of these systems is also discussed so that students can evaluate their usefulness as machines.
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