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Machines

ICSE · Class 10 · Physics

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Introduction to Machines

  • A machine is a device that helps overcome a large load by applying a small effort at a convenient point
  • Machines can work as force multipliers (M.A. > 1) or speed multipliers (M.A. < 1)
  • Simple machines: Can be handled manually (lever, pulley, inclined plane, screw, wedge)
2

Levers

  • A lever is a rigid bar that rotates about a fixed point called fulcrum
  • Works on the principle of moments: Clockwise moment = Anticlockwise moment
  • Three types: Class I (fulcrum between effort and load), Class II (load between fulcrum and effort), Class III (effort between fulcrum and load)
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Pulleys

  • A pulley is a wheel with a grooved rim around which a rope passes
  • Single fixed pulley: M.A. = V.R. = 1, changes direction of effort
  • Single movable pulley: M.A. = V.R. = 2 (ideal), works as force multiplier

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A device that helps overcome largeThe ratio of load to effortThe ratio of velocity of effortThe ratio of useful output workA rigid bar that can rotate

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