Force Multipliers / Force Vectors / Directional pulley

Question 1

What formula is used to determine force vectors for directional pulleys

Answer 1

2*cos(x/2) X=vector angle

Question 2

What percent of the load weight is on the anchor of a directional pulley with a vector angle of 150 deg

Answer 2

52%

Question 3

What percent of the load weight is on the anchor of a directional pulley with a vector angle of 90 deg

Answer 3

141%

Question 4

What percent of the load weight is on the anchor of a directional pulley with a vector angle of 0 deg

Answer 4

200%

Question 5

What percent of the load weight is on the anchor of a directional pulley with a vector angle of 180 deg

Answer 5

0%

Question 6

What is the Static System Safety Factor

Answer 6

identifying the weakest link in the system when the load is suspended and in a static state

Question 7

What is the Dynamic System Safety Factor

Answer 7

Identifying the weakest link during operation at its point of greatest stress