Simple machines Flashcards
The number of times a machine multiplies the input force;output force divided by input force
Mechanical advantage
The percentage of the input work done on a machine that the nachine can return in output work.
Efficiency
One of the basic machinesk on which all other mechanical machines are based.
Simple machine
A solid bar that rotates, around a fixed point
Lever
A fixed point around which alever rotates.
Fulcrum
A simple machine that is a wheel attached to a shaft, or axle.
Wheel and axle
A wheel with a groved rim that turns on an axle; one of the six simple machines.
Pulley
A simple machine that is a sloping surface; such as a ramp.
incline plane
A simple machine that has a thick end and a thin end.
Wedge
A simple machine that is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
screw
Any device that makes doing work easier
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